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
connotationsomething suggested by a word or thing : implication
remediablecapable of being remedied
stanchto check or stop the flowing of
egotisticalcharacterized by egotism : having, showing, or arising from an exaggerated sense of self-importance
warrantsanction
connivancethe act of conniving
prevailto gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph
recessionthe act or action of receding : withdrawal
recoursea turning to someone or something for help or protection
prologuethe preface or introduction to a literary work