GRE Word List

VANGUARD

the forefront of an action or movement

The meaning of the word vanguard is the forefront of an action or movement.

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WordMeaning
tactileperceptible by touch : tangible
peerlessmatchless
lividdiscolored by bruising : black-and-blue
engageto offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end
atoneto make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome
halefree from defect, disease, or infirmity : sound
indulgentwilling to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence
unilateraldone or undertaken by one person or party
skittishlively or frisky in action : capricious
passiveacted upon by an external agency