GRE Word List

TURPITUDE

inherent baseness : depravity

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

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WordMeaning
elicitto call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)
authenticateto prove or serve to prove to be real, true, or genuine
waggishresembling or characteristic of a wag
repellentserving or tending to drive away or ward off
residuesomething that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant
antiquityancient times
psychiatrista medical doctor who diagnoses and treats mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders : a specialist in psychiatry
bouta spell or period of activity: such as
scrupuloushaving moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper
dominantcommanding, controlling, or prevailing over all others