GRE Word List

VILE

morally despicable or abhorrent

The meaning of the word vile is morally despicable or abhorrent.

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intermediarymediator
barba medieval cloth headdress passing over or under the chin and covering the neck
larcenythe unlawful taking of personal property with intent to deprive the rightful owner of it permanently
herbivorousfeeding on plants
bargainan agreement between parties settling what each gives or receives in a transaction between them or what course of action or policy each pursues in respect to the other
ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
slitherto slide on or as if on a loose gravelly surface
lustrousreflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle
rivuleta small stream
reputedhaving a good repute : reputable