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
eschewto avoid habitually especially on moral or practical grounds : shun
amenableliable to be brought to account : answerable
avalanchea large mass of snow, ice, earth, rock, or other material in swift motion down a mountainside or over a precipice
armadaa fleet of warships
grumbleto mutter in discontent
culpritone accused of or charged with a crime
parishthe ecclesiastical unit of area committed to one pastor
unconscionableshockingly unfair or unjust
swelterto suffer, sweat, or be faint from heat
acquittala setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process