GRE Word List
TRIFLE
something of little value, substance, or importance
The meaning of the word trifle is something of little value, substance, or importance.
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| relic | an object esteemed and venerated because of association with a saint or martyr |
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| jeopardize | to expose to danger or risk : imperil |
| extrude | to force, press, or push out |
| saunter | to walk about in an idle or leisurely manner : stroll |
| figurative | representing by a figure or resemblance : emblematic |
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