GRE Word List
AEGIS
a shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena
The meaning of the word aegis is a shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| integral | essential to completeness : constituent |
| magisterial | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative |
| variegate | to diversify in external appearance especially with different colors : dapple |
| correlate | either of two things so related that one directly implies or is complementary to the other (such as husband and wife) |
| manacle | a shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff |
| deducible | to determine by reasoning or deduction |
| polyglot | one who is polyglot |
| balm | a balsamic (see balsamic |
| parched | deprived of natural moisture |
| gratuity | something given voluntarily or beyond obligation usually for some service |