GRE Word List

TRENCHANT

keen

The meaning of the word trenchant is keen.

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concessionthe act or an instance of conceding (as by granting something as a right, accepting something as true, or acknowledging defeat)
botchan inflammatory sore
indemnifyto secure against hurt, loss, or damage
dissonancelack of agreement
compressto press or squeeze together
harpinga plucked stringed instrument consisting of a resonator, an arched or angled neck that may be supported by a post, and strings of graded length that are perpendicular to the soundboard
divulgeto make known (something, such as a confidence or secret)
physiognomythe art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance
slipshodwearing loose shoes or slippers
simperto smile in a silly, affected, or ingratiating manner