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
compilationthe act or process of compiling
broilto cook by direct exposure to radiant heat : grill
convexcurved or rounded outward like the exterior of a sphere or circle
precipitantprecipitate
recantto withdraw or repudiate (a statement or belief) formally and publicly : renounce
precepta command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action
catholicroman catholic
conglomerationthe act of conglomerating : the state of being conglomerated
ambivalencesimultaneous and contradictory attitudes or feelings (such as attraction and repulsion) toward an object, person, or action
blowhardan arrogantly and pompously boastful or opinionated person : braggart