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
overturean initiative toward agreement or action : proposal
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understateto represent as less than is the case
indubitabletoo evident to be doubted : unquestionable
trystan agreement (as between lovers) to meet
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
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