GRE Word List
AMULET
a charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)
The meaning of the word amulet is a charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft).
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
| woeful | full of woe : grievous |
| crust | the hardened exterior or surface part of bread |
| elusive | tending to elude: such as |
| underscore | to draw a line under : underline |
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| bravado | blustering swaggering conduct |
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