GRE Word List

VICISSITUDE

the quality or state of being changeable : mutability

The meaning of the word vicissitude is the quality or state of being changeable : mutability.

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pitha usually continuous central strand of spongy tissue in the stems of most vascular plants that probably functions chiefly in storage
flourishto grow luxuriantly : thrive
tokena piece resembling a coin issued for use (as for fare on a bus) by a particular group on specified terms
sensuousof or relating to the senses or sensible objects
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
mesmerizeto subject to mesmerism
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities
meddlesomegiven to meddling
tableta flat slab or plaque suited for or bearing an inscription
nugatoryof little or no consequence : trifling