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 |
|---|---|
| putrid | being in a state of putrefaction : rotten |
| equivocate | to use equivocal language especially with intent to deceive |
| parchment | the skin of a sheep or goat prepared for writing on |
| expiate | to make amends for |
| anthropomorphic | described or thought of as having a human form or human attributes |
| existential | of, relating to, or affirming existence |
| foible | the part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point |
| fetish | an object (such as a small stone carving of an animal) believed to have magical power to protect or aid its owner |
| infantile | of or relating to infants or infancy |
| overweening | arrogant |