GRE Word List
ANTISEPTIC
opposing microbial infection
The meaning of the word antiseptic is opposing microbial infection.
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| catapult | an ancient military device for hurling missiles |
| magniloquent | speaking in or characterized by a high-flown often bombastic style or manner |
| understate | to represent as less than is the case |
| obtuse | not pointed or acute : blunt |
| facet | any of the definable aspects that make up a subject (as of contemplation) or an object (as of consideration) |
| scrutinize | to examine closely and minutely |
| token | a piece resembling a coin issued for use (as for fare on a bus) by a particular group on specified terms |
| counterpart | one of two corresponding copies of a legal instrument : duplicate |
| sturdy | firmly built or constituted : stout |
| holster | a leather or fabric case for carrying a firearm on the person (as on the hip or chest), on a saddle, or in a vehicle |