GRE Word List

YOKEL

a naive or gullible inhabitant of a rural area or small town

The meaning of the word yokel is a naive or gullible inhabitant of a rural area or small town.

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numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
equivocateto use equivocal language especially with intent to deceive
practicablecapable of being put into practice or of being done or accomplished : feasible
zanyvery eccentric (see eccentric
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
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squalorthe quality or state of being squalid
slewa large number
esotericdesigned for or understood by the specially initiated alone
prevailto gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph