GRE Word List
ACNE
a disorder of the skin caused by inflammation of the skin glands and hair follicles
The meaning of the word acne is a disorder of the skin caused by inflammation of the skin glands and hair follicles.
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| apocalyptic | of, relating to, or resembling an apocalypse |
| titular | having the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities |
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| emulate | to strive to equal or excel |
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