GRE Word List
VIGNETTE
a picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper
The meaning of the word vignette is a picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| queer | differing in some way from what is usual or normal : odd |
| catholic | roman catholic |
| denigrate | to attack the reputation of : defame |
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