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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WordMeaning
rummageto make a thorough search or investigation
unobtrusivenot obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous
sobrietythe quality or state of being sober
admonishto indicate duties or obligations to
suffocateto stop the respiration of (as by strangling or asphyxiation)
aciduloussomewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner
contrivedhaving an unnatural or false appearance or quality : artificial
wizardrythe art or practices of a wizard : sorcery
monochromatichaving or consisting of one color or hue
egoisma doctrine that individual self-interest is the actual motive of all conscious action