Tricky GRE Words Flashcards

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Gratuitous

A

unwarranted; out of place

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Solicitous

A

characterized by or showing interest or concern about someone’s wellbeing

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Demur

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Verb: raise doubts or objections or show reluctance.

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4
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Inveigle

A

persuade (someone) to do something by means of deception or flattery.

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5
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Impertinent

A

not showing proper respect; rude.

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Redoubtable

A

(of a person) formidable, especially as an opponent.

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Dissemble

A

conceal one’s true motives, feelings, or beliefs.

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Contest

A

oppose (an action, decision, or theory) as mistaken or wrong.

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Contend

A

struggle to surmount (a difficulty or danger).
OR
assert something as a position in an argument.

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10
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contentious

A

causing or likely to cause an argument; controversial.

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