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
solicitto make petition to : entreat
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
catcalla loud or raucous cry made especially to express disapproval (as at a sports event)
relishcharacteristic flavor
ordinationthe act or an instance of ordaining : the state of being ordained
divulgeto make known (something, such as a confidence or secret)
asinineextremely or utterly foolish or silly
proteanof or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms
cardinala high ecclesiastical official of the Roman Catholic Church who ranks next below the pope and is appointed by him to assist him as a member of the college of cardinals (see college
stalwartmarked by outstanding strength and vigor of body, mind, or spirit