GRE Word List

VAIN

having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited

The meaning of the word vain is having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited.

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WordMeaning
blusterto talk or act with noisy swaggering threats
prescienceforeknowledge of events:
chorethe regular or daily light work of a household or farm
dulltedious
fidelitythe quality or state of being faithful
intrinsicbelonging to the essential nature or constitution of a thing
harbora place of security and comfort : refuge
sidetracksiding
responsivenessgiving response : constituting a response : answering
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension