GRE Word List

VENERABLE

calling forth respect through age, character, and attainments

The meaning of the word venerable is calling forth respect through age, character, and attainments.

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propulsivetending or having power to propel
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discloseto make known or public
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aloftat or to a great height
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coquettea woman who endeavors without sincere affection to gain the attention and admiration of men
traverseto go or travel across or over