Difficult GRE Words - Group 8

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n. burden or obligation; difficult or disagreeable responsibility or necessity

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n. branch of zoology that deals with the study of birds

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v. lessen violence of disease; moderate intensity; gloss over with excuses

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n. inclination; favorable prejudice or bias; special fondness

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n. slight offense; small sin or fault

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n. teaching; art of education; science of teaching

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a. supported from above; suspended; depending; pendulous; hanging

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n. system of sustainable agriculture that renews natural resources and enriches local ecosystems

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a. stubbornly or perversely persistent; unyielding; obstinate

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a. pleasantly tart-tasting; stimulating; charming or attractive