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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| enormity | an outrageous, improper, vicious, or immoral act |
| adventitious | coming from another source and not inherent or innate |
| pithy | consisting of or abounding in pith |
| clarion | a medieval trumpet with clear shrill tones |
| stellar | of or relating to the stars : astral |
| mealymouthed | not plain and straightforward : devious |
| patrimony | an estate inherited from one's father or ancestor |
| sedulous | involving or accomplished with careful perseverance |
| inclement | lacking mildness: such as |
| studied | carefully considered or prepared : thoughtful |