GRE Word List

VENIAL

of a kind that can be remitted : forgivable

The meaning of the word venial is of a kind that can be remitted : forgivable.

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garbledmade unclear or confusing : distorted or mixed up
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wearyexhausted in strength, endurance, vigor, or freshness
retinuea group of retainers or attendants
supplantto supersede (another) especially by force or treachery
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malaproposin an inappropriate or inopportune way
whittlea large knife
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