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
ironicrelating to, containing, or constituting irony
withdrawnremoved from immediate contact or easy approach : isolated
emasculateto deprive of strength, vigor, or spirit : weaken
contritefeeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc.
implicitcapable of being understood from something else though unexpressed : implied
titanichaving great magnitude, force, or power : colossal
cresta showy tuft or process on the head of an animal and especially a bird see bird illustration
faunaanimal life
bacchanaliana Roman festival of Bacchus celebrated with dancing, song, and revelry
abrogateto abolish by authoritative action : annul