GRE Word List

ANACHRONISM

an error in chronology

The meaning of the word anachronism is an error in chronology.

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WordMeaning
scavengeto remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area
seemlygood-looking
oatha solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says
chorethe regular or daily light work of a household or farm
slaughterthe act of killing
balkto refuse abruptly
pietythe quality or state of being pious: such as
sylvanone that frequents groves or woods
hubbubnoise
lancea steel-tipped spear carried by mounted knights or light cavalry