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
toxiccontaining or being poisonous material especially when capable of causing death or serious debilitation
odoriferousyielding an odor : odorous
redressto set right : remedy
tannerone that tans hides
atoneto make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome
rampantrearing upon the hind legs with forelegs extended
singularof or relating to a separate person or thing : individual
discomfitto put into a state of perplexity and embarrassment : disconcert
mercantileof or relating to merchants or trading
demeanto lower in character, status, or reputation