GRE Word List

TRUNK

the main stem of a tree apart from limbs and roots

The meaning of the word trunk is the main stem of a tree apart from limbs and roots.

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WordMeaning
gibeto utter taunting words
compliancethe act or process of complying to a desire, demand, proposal, or regimen or to coercion
sententiousgiven to or abounding in aphoristic expression
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
erroneouscontaining or characterized by error : mistaken
tawnyof the color tawny
rancidhaving an unpleasant smell or taste usually from chemical change or decomposition
beholdenbeing under obligation for a favor or gift : indebted
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
transitoryof brief duration : temporary