GRE Word List

TRIBUTE

something given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved

The meaning of the word tribute is something given or contributed voluntarily as due or deserved.

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WordMeaning
autopsyan examination of a body after death to determine the cause of death or the character and extent of changes produced by disease
vipera common Eurasian venomous snake (Vipera berus) that attains a length of about two feet (0.6 meter), varies in color from red, brown, or gray with dark markings to black, and is usually not fatal to humans
skulkto move in a stealthy or furtive manner
incontrovertiblenot open to question : indisputable
standstilla state characterized by absence of motion or of progress : stop
colloquialused in or characteristic of familiar and informal conversation
malingererto pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work)
terminalleading ultimately to death : fatal
philanthropistone who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy
insurgenta person who revolts against civil authority or an established government