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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WordMeaning
axioma statement accepted as true as the basis for argument or inference : postulate
odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance
galvanizeto subject to the action of an electric current especially for the purpose of stimulating physiologically
septicof, relating to, or causing putrefaction
wrytwist
draftthe act of drawing or pulling in a net
acerbitythe quality of being acerbic
simperto smile in a silly, affected, or ingratiating manner
fulsomecharacterized by abundance : copious
tableta flat slab or plaque suited for or bearing an inscription