GRE Word List

URBANE

notably polite or polished in manner

The meaning of the word urbane is notably polite or polished in manner.

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WordMeaning
defileto make unclean or impure: such as
lancea steel-tipped spear carried by mounted knights or light cavalry
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
campa place usually away from urban areas where tents or simple buildings (such as cabins) are erected for shelter or for temporary residence (as for laborers, prisoners, or vacationers)
toutto make much of : promote
integrityfirm adherence to a code of especially moral or artistic values : incorruptibility
manumitto release from slavery
contentiona point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument
coincorner
refurbishto brighten or freshen up : renovate