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GRE Words set 1
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Coinage | Invention of a new word or phrase |
| Anachronistic | Belonging to a period other than that being portrayed |
| Dogmatism | To lay down principles as incontroveribly true, without consideration of evidence or opinion from others |
| Lionization | To treat object as object of great interest/importance |
| Caprice | Sudden or unaccountable change of mood or behavior |
| Demur | Objecting to or hesitating about something |
| Schism | Split or division btw strongly opposed sections or parties. Caused by differences in opinions or beliefs |
| Sartorial | Relating to tailoring, clothes, or style of dress |
| Innocuous | Harmless or not offensive |
| Obstinate | Stubborn |
| Diaphenous | Light, delicate, translucent |
| Puerile | Childishly silly, trivial |
| Precis | Summary or abstract of txt or speech |
| Intransigent | Unwilling or refusing to change one’s views or to agree about something |
| Obsequious | Obedient or attentive to an excessive or servile degree |
| Inimical | Tending to obstruct or harm |