GRE Word List

TURPITUDE

inherent baseness : depravity

The meaning of the word turpitude is inherent baseness : depravity.

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catalysta substance that enables a chemical reaction to proceed at a usually faster rate or under different conditions (as at a lower temperature) than otherwise possible
bouta spell or period of activity: such as
consequentialof the nature of a secondary result : indirect
infestto spread or swarm in or over in a troublesome manner
larcenythe unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently
jurisdictionthe power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law
gustythe sensation of taste
lunaticaffected with a severely disordered state of mind : insane
rebateto reduce the force or activity of : diminish
inebriateone who is drunk