GRE Word List
AMAZON
a member of a race of female warriors of Greek mythology
The meaning of the word amazon is a member of a race of female warriors of Greek mythology.
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| adjuration | a solemn oath |
| consign | to give over to another's care |
| unexceptionable | not open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable |
| flit | to pass quickly or abruptly from one place or condition to another |
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