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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pallid | deficient in color : wan |
| termination | end in time or existence : conclusion |
| extenuate | to lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate |
| vagabond | a person who wanders from place to place without a fixed home : one leading a vagabond life |
| ichthyology | a branch of zoology that deals with fishes |
| jaunty | sprightly in manner or appearance : lively |
| credulity | readiness or willingness to believe especially on slight or uncertain evidence |
| sedition | incitement of resistance to or insurrection against lawful authority |
| fuss: | trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby |
| warrant | sanction |