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GMAT Word List # GMAT/M27

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Explanation of troth (noun)
belief; faith; fidelity

Sample of troth
The couple pledged troth to each other through their vows.



   
Explanation of adage (noun)
old saying now accepted as being truthful; proverb

Sample of adage
The adage "do unto others as you wish them to do unto you" is still widely practiced.



   
Explanation of authoritarian (noun)
dictator; tyrant; despot

Sample of authoritarian
The authoritarian made all of the rules but did none of the work.



   
Explanation of dirge (noun)
hymn for a funeral; song or poem expressing lament

Sample of dirge
The mourners sang a traditional Irish dirge.



   
Explanation of trepidation (noun)
apprehension; uneasiness

Sample of trepidation
Her long absence caused more than a little trepidation.
With great trepidation, the boy entered the water for the first time.



   
Explanation of tranquillity (noun)
peace; stillness; harmony; calmness

Sample of tranquillity
The tranquillity of the tropical island was reflected in its calm blue waters and warm sunny climate.



   
Explanation of saga (noun)
legend; long story of adventure or heroic deed

Sample of saga
The saga of King Arthur and his court has been told for generations.



   
Explanation of distention (noun)
inflation; extension; swelling; expanding

Sample of distention
The bulge in the carpet was caused by the distention of the wood underneath.



   
Explanation of forbearance (noun)
self-restraint; self-control; abstinence; moderation

Sample of forbearance
He exhibited remarkable forbearance when confronted with the mischievous children.



   
Explanation of harangue (noun)
lengthy, heartfelt speech; scolding; lecture

Sample of harangue
We sat patiently and listened to her harangue.
When he finally stopped his haranguing, I responded calmly.



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