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GMAT Word List # GMAT/W116

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  Word Descriptions unfeigned, indomitable, abrupt, amendment, prevalent, fractious, compliant, urbane, obscure, lithe


   
Description of unfeigned (adjective)
genuine; real; sincere

Samples of unfeigned
Her unfeigned reaction of surprise meant she had not expected the party.



   
Description of indomitable (adjective)
not easily discouraged or defeated; unconquerable

Samples of indomitable
The underdog candidate had an indomitable spirit.



   
Description of abrupt (adjective)
happening or ending unexpectedly

Samples of abrupt
The abrupt end to their marriage was a shock to everyone.



   
Description of amendment (noun)
positive change

Samples of amendment
The amendment in his ways showed there was still reason for hope.



   
Description of prevalent (adjective)
generally occurring; predominant; widespread

Samples of prevalent
Rain is usually more prevalent than snow during April.



   
Description of fractious (adjective)
rebellious; apt to quarrel; stubborn

Samples of fractious
Fractious siblings aggravate their parents.



   
Description of compliant (adjective)
complying; obeying; yielding; acquiescent

Samples of compliant
Compliant actions should be reinforced.
The slave was compliant with every order to avoid being whipped.



   
Description of urbane (adjective)
cultured; suave; courteous; polite

Samples of urbane
The gala concert and dinner dance was attended by the most urbane individuals.
The English businessman was described by his peers as witty and urbane.



   
Description of obscure (adjective)
not easily understood; dark; vague

Samples of obscure
The orchestra enjoys performing obscure American works, hoping to bring them to a wider audience.



   
Description of lithe (adjective)
easily bent; pliable; supple; limber

Samples of lithe
It is best to use a lithe material when constructing a curved object.
A gymnast needs to be lithe in order to do a split.



  Determinations of the words unfeigned, indomitable, abrupt, amendment, prevalent, fractious, compliant, urbane, obscure, lithe

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