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GMAT Word List # GMAT/W43

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Description of arbiter (noun)
person who is authorized to judge or decide

Samples of arbiter
The decision of who would represent the people was made by the arbiter.



   
Description of miser (noun)
penny pincher; stingy person; scrooge; cheapskate

Samples of miser
The miser made no donations and loved counting his money every night.



   
Description of pavilion (noun)
large tent or covered area, usually used for entertainment; booth

Samples of pavilion
The wedding pavilion was not only beautifully decorated, but also served as welcome protection from a sudden downpour.



   
Description of din (noun)
noise which is loud and continuous; ruckus; loud racket

Samples of din
The din of the jackhammers reverberated throughout the concrete canyon.



   
Description of adulation (noun)
praise in excess

Samples of adulation
The adulation was in response to the heroic feat.
The adulation given to the movie star was sickening.



   
Description of mien (noun)
appearance; being or manner; bearing

Samples of mien
Her mien was typically one of distress, especially after the mishap.



   
Description of fidelity (noun)
faithfulness; honesty; precision; adherence to detail; loyalty

Samples of fidelity
His fidelity was proven when he turned in the lost money.



   
Description of insularity (noun)
having the characteristics of an island; narrowness of mind

Samples of insularity
The insularity of the country made it a great place to build a resort.



   
Description of surmise (noun)
guess; assumption; supposition

Samples of surmise
Was my surmise correct?



   
Description of affinity (noun)
connection; similarity of structure

Samples of affinity
There is a strong emotional affinity between the two siblings.
It turns out that the elements bear a strong affinity to each other.



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