GRE Word List

ANATHEMA

someone or something intensely disliked or loathed

The meaning of the word anathema is someone or something intensely disliked or loathed.

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WordMeaning
stammerto make involuntary stops and repetitions in speaking : stutter
perfunctorycharacterized by routine or superficiality : mechanical
whorla drum-shaped section on the lower part of a spindle in spinning or weaving machinery serving as a pulley for the tape drive that rotates the spindle
bivouaca usually temporary encampment under little or no shelter
lavishexpending or bestowing profusely : prodigal
rivetinghaving the power to fix the attention : engrossing
certitudethe state of being or feeling certain
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
piscatorialpiscatory
buffooneryfoolish or playful behavior or practice