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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| conventional | formed by agreement or compact |
| enlist | to secure the support and aid of : employ in advancing an interest |
| puzzle | to offer or represent to (someone) a problem difficult to solve or a situation difficult to resolve : challenge mentally |
| marginal | written or printed in the margin of a page or sheet |
| betray | to lead astray |
| empirical | originating in or based on observation or experience |
| ulcer | a break in skin or mucous membrane with loss of surface tissue, disintegration and necrosis of epithelial tissue, and often pus |
| rare | seldom occurring or found : uncommon |
| usurp | to seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right |
| wretch | a miserable person : one who is profoundly unhappy or in great misfortune |