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GRE Frequent - Set 29

(30 words)
WordPOSDefinition
abscond
verb
To leave hurriedly and secretly, typically to avoid detection or arrest
apogee
noun
The highest or most distant point in an orbit around Earth
aspersion
noun
A damaging or derogatory remark
bawdy
adj.
Humorously indecent
chagrin
noun
A feeling of distress or embarrassment
collude
verb
To secretly work together for a deceitful purpose
commiserate
verb
To express or feel sympathy or pity
conflagration
noun
A large destructive fire
contretemps
noun
An unexpected and unfortunate occurrence
conviction
noun
A strong belief or opinion
croon
verb
To sing softly and soothingly
depose
verb
To remove from office or power
detente
noun
The easing of strained relations, especially in a political situation.
dowdy
adj.
Lacking style or elegance
echelon
noun
A level or rank in an organization or system
ennui
noun
A feeling of listlessness and dissatisfaction arising from a lack of occupation or excitement.
expatiate
verb
To speak or write at length or in detail
fraught
adj.
Filled with something undesirable
fulcrum
noun
The point on which a lever pivots
imbroglio
noun
A complicated and confusing situation
jocund
adj.
Cheerful and lighthearted
languish
verb
To become weak or lose strength
nadir
noun
The lowest point in a situation or condition.
nimble
adj.
Quick and light in movement or action
ominous
adj.
Giving the impression that something bad is going to happen
outlandish
adj.
Strikingly unusual or bizarre
propitious
adj.
Indicating a good chance of success or favorable conditions
prurient
adj.
Having or showing excessive interest in sexual matters
sadistic
adj.
Deriving pleasure from inflicting pain or suffering on others
zenith
noun
The highest point or peak