GRE Word List

TURPITUDE

inherent baseness : depravity

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

Random words

WordMeaning
inanelacking significance, meaning, or point : silly
slickhaving a smooth surface : slippery
chantto make melodic sounds with the voice
filigreeornamental work especially of fine wire of gold, silver, or copper applied chiefly to gold and silver surfaces
confidentialmarked by intimacy or willingness to confide
allegeto assert without proof or before proving
neologisma new word, usage, or expression
laconicusing or involving the use of a minimum of words : concise to the point of seeming rude or mysterious
tertiaryof third rank, importance, or value
articulateexpressing oneself readily, clearly, and effectively