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
malleablecapable of being extended or shaped by beating with a hammer or by the pressure of rollers
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rapporta friendly, harmonious relationship
hindrancethe state of being interfered with, held back, or slowed down : the state of being hindered
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enjointo direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition
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conveyancethe action of conveying
conceitfavorable opinion