GRE Word List
ANACHRONISM
an error in chronology
The meaning of the word anachronism is an error in chronology.
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| sage | one (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom |
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| willowy | abounding with willows |
| brevity | shortness of duration |
| riveting | having the power to fix the attention : engrossing |
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