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
overturnto cause to turn over : upset
unfrockdefrock
mimean ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner
aureolea radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage
poseura person who pretends to be what he or she is not : an affected or insincere person
compulsionan act of compelling
cullto select from a group : choose
abeyancea state of temporary inactivity : suspension
swearto utter or take solemnly (an oath)
seamyhaving the rough side of the seam showing