GRE Words Group 21 Flashcards

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abject

A

most unfortunate or miserable

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amicable

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characterized by goodwill and friendliness

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animosity

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strong hostility or resentment

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aver

A

assert with confidence

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barrage

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an overwhelming concentration of something, typically hostile words

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cathartic

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that which releases emotional tension

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decipher

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decode or determine the meaning of something that is difficult to understand

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delusion

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a belief that is not true or is founded on false premises

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dispense

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  1. issue, distribute, or give out
  2. do without or get rid of
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eloquent

A

fluently persuasive and articulate

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enthrall

A

captivate or charm

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eradicate

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eliminate or destroy completely

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fledgling

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untried or inexperienced; emergent or rising

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fortitude

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mental strength and courage that allows one to face challenges

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fortuitous

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happening by chance, especially a lucky chance

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goad

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incite or provoke

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imminent

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about to happen soon

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incontrovertible

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undeniable; impossible to dispute

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itinerant

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habitually traveling from place to place

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magnanimous

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noble and generous in spirit

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meritorious

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deserving of merit or commendation; deserving reward

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mutiny

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a rebellion against authority; violent strife

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paradoxical

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seemingly contradictory but nonetheless possibly true

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perseverance

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persistence in an action or belief despite difficulties or opposition

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render

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make or provide

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repertoire

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the collection of skills, methods, or performances that one is ready to use

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resilient

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able to recover quickly from difficult situations

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resolute

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firmly determined or unwavering

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supple

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pliant, flexible, or easy to bend

30
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valor

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strength of mind in the face of danger; bravery