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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WordMeaning
mayhemneedless or willful damage or violence
floweryof, relating to, or resembling flowers
delugean overflowing of the land by water
effectiveproducing a decided, decisive, or desired effect
haphazardmarked by lack of plan, order, or direction
discernibleable to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned
tremora trembling or shaking usually from physical weakness, emotional stress, or disease
foolhardyfoolishly adventurous and bold : rash
cacophonousmarked by cacophony : harsh-sounding
whineto utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry