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
unctuoushaving, revealing, or marked by a smug, ingratiating, and false earnestness or spirituality
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
kenthe range of perception, understanding, or knowledge
lugubriousmournful
noisomenoxious
unwieldynot easily managed, handled, or used (as because of bulk, weight, complexity, or awkwardness) : cumbersome
annihilateto cause to cease to exist : to do away with entirely so that nothing remains
evanescenttending to vanish like vapor
pedantone who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge
zealeagerness and ardent interest in pursuit of something : fervor