GRE Word List

UPSHOT

the final result : outcome

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

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WordMeaning
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
incontrovertiblenot open to question : indisputable
renderto melt down
caliberdegree of mental capacity or moral quality
remunerativeserving to remunerate
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
finishedentirely done
malfeasancewrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official
shootto eject or impel or cause to be ejected or impelled by a sudden release of tension (as of a bowstring or slingshot or by a flick of a finger)
parodya literary or musical work in which the style of an author or work is closely imitated for comic effect or in ridicule