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GRE: Set 14
disb-dive
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Language - English
Graduate
01/12/2011

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Term
disbar
Definition
to expel from legal profession
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disburse
Definition
to pay out
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discern
Definition
to perceive something obscure
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discomfit
Definition
to cause perplexity and embarrassment
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discompose
Definition
to disturb the composure or serenity
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disconsolate
Definition
unable to be consoled; extremely sad
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discordant
Definition
harsh-sounding, badly out of tune
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discursive
Definition
wandering from topic to topic
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disgorge
Definition
to vomit, discharge violently
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disinclined
Definition
averse, unwilling, lacking desire
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disingenuous
Definition
sly and crafy
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disinterest
Definition
lack of interest or a disadvantage
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disjointed
Definition
lacking coherence or order, being separated
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disparage
Definition
to belittle, speak disrespectfully about
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disparate
Definition
dissimilar, different in kind
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disparity
Definition
contrast, dissimilarity
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dispassionate
Definition
free from emotion; impartial, unbiased
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dispirit
Definition
to dishearten, make dejected
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disquieted
Definition
feeling anxiety, being disturbed, lacking peace
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disrepute
Definition
disgrace, dishonor
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dissemble
Definition
to pretend, disguise one's motives
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disseminate
Definition
to spread far and wide
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dissension
Definition
difference of opinion
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dissimulate
Definition
to disguise or put on a false appearance
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dissonant
Definition
harsh and unpleasant sounding
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dissuade
Definition
to persuade someone to alter original intentions
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distaff
Definition
the female branch of a family
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dither
Definition
to move or act confusedly or without clear purpose
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diurnal
Definition
daily
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divest
Definition
to get rid of
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