GRE Word List

VACILLATE

to waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses

The meaning of the word vacillate is to waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses.

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WordMeaning
syllogisma deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable")
improviseto compose, recite, play, or sing extemporaneously
servileof or befitting a menial position
precincta part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district
circumspectcareful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent
apoplexystroke
immureto enclose within or as if within walls
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
annuitya sum of money payable yearly or at other regular intervals
torsothe human body apart from the head, neck, arms, and legs : the human trunk