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
badinageplayful repartee : banter
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mementosomething that serves to warn or remind
regalof, relating to, or suitable for a king
thesisa dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view
facetiousjoking or jesting often inappropriately : waggish
introspectivecharacterized by examination of one's own thoughts and feelings : thoughtfully reflective : employing, marked by, or tending to introspection
fashionthe prevailing style (as in dress) during a particular time
alienateto cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed
blueslow spirits : melancholy