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
feuda mutual enmity or quarrel that is often prolonged or inveterate (see inveterate
exhaleto rise or be given off as vapor
tickleto touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
homilya usually short sermon
transpireto take place : go on
buttressa projecting structure of masonry or wood for supporting or giving stability to a wall or building
filibusteran irregular military adventurer
liabilitythe quality or state of being liable
unassuagednot quenched, eased, or satisfied : not assuaged
recountto relate in detail : narrate