GRE Word List

VIRTUE

conformity to a standard of right : morality

The meaning of the word virtue is conformity to a standard of right : morality.

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WordMeaning
makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute
legatoin a manner that is smooth and connected (as between successive tones)
idiosyncrasya peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality
unctionthe act of anointing as a rite of consecration or healing
dissuadeto advise (a person) against something
dissensiondisagreement
myopicaffected by myopia : of, relating to, or exhibiting myopia : nearsighted
satellitea celestial body orbiting another of larger size
multifarioushaving or occurring in great variety : diverse
phalanxa body of heavily armed infantry in ancient Greece formed in close deep ranks and files