GRE Word List

AFFLICTION

a cause of persistent pain or distress

The meaning of the word affliction is a cause of persistent pain or distress.

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WordMeaning
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wispya small handful (as of hay or straw)
reverendworthy of reverence : revered
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext
welterwrithe
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