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
plumpto drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily
feuda mutual enmity or quarrel that is often prolonged or inveterate (see inveterate
secreteto form and give off (a secretion)
prolificproducing young or fruit especially freely : fruitful
parcheddeprived of natural moisture
soarto fly aloft or about
cowerto shrink away or crouch especially for shelter from something that menaces, domineers, or dismays
flaira skill or instinctive ability to appreciate or make good use of something : talent
auspiciousshowing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious
fervidvery hot : burning