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
wiggleto move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle
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selectiveof, relating to, or characterized by selection : selecting or tending to select
memorialserving to preserve remembrance : commemorative
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compliantready or disposed to comply : submissive
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doggedmarked by stubborn determination
iotaan infinitesimal amount : jot
lethalof, relating to, or causing death