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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| finesse | refinement or delicacy of workmanship, structure, or texture |
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |
| abut | to border on : to touch along an edge |
| deft | characterized by facility and skill |
| myriad | ten thousand |
| abstain | to choose not to do or have something : to refrain deliberately and often with an effort of self-denial from an action or practice |
| ignominy | deep personal humiliation and disgrace |
| vise | any of various tools with two jaws for holding work that close usually by a screw, lever, or cam |
| demure | reserved |
| loft | an upper room or floor : attic |