GRE Word List

ANODYNE

serving to alleviate pain

The meaning of the word anodyne is serving to alleviate pain.

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hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
aptitudeinclination
glowerto look or stare with sullen annoyance or anger
generalitythe quality or state of being general
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comprehensivecovering completely or broadly : inclusive