GRE Word List

UPSHOT

the final result : outcome

The meaning of the word upshot is the final result : outcome.

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tempothe rate of speed of a musical piece or passage indicated by one of a series of directions (such as largo, presto, or allegro) and often by an exact metronome marking
transmuteto change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form
viscidhaving an adhesive quality : sticky
expositoryof, relating to, or containing exposition
forbearancea refraining from the enforcement of something (such as a debt, right, or obligation) that is due
tillerone that tills : cultivator
tolla tax or fee paid for some liberty or privilege (as of passing over a highway or bridge)
temperamentcharacteristic or habitual inclination or mode of emotional response
derivativea word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation
infractionthe act of infringing : violation