GRE Unit 10

kindly; doing good

to divide into two parts

flattery

Despite the salesperson's blandishments, Donna did not buy the car.

bored because of frequent indulgence; unconcerned

We were amazed at John's blase attitude toward school; he seems to have made it a rule never to open a book.

to give a boost to; prop up; support

The president has visited the state several times to bolster his sagging popularity there.

pompous, using inflated language

Nearly lost in the senator's long bombastic speech were several sensible ideas.

rude; insensitive

Bob apologized for his boorish behavior at the party, saying he hadn't realized that it was such a formal occasion.

cowlike

bold; shameless

mention for the first time

. . . decided to broach the subject . . .