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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| Word | Meaning |
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| drastic | acting rapidly or violently |
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| putrefy | to make putrid |
| subjugate | to bring under control and governance as a subject : conquer |
| skiff | any of various small boats |
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