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).

Random words

WordMeaning
avertto turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance
blasphemythe act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God
gorycovered with gore : bloodstained
skulkto move in a stealthy or furtive manner
misconductmismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities
pulsateto throb or move rhythmically : vibrate
inveighto protest or complain bitterly or vehemently : rail
concoctto prepare by combining raw materials
odoriferousyielding an odor : odorous
liabilitythe quality or state of being liable