GRE Word List
ANTISEPTIC
opposing microbial infection
The meaning of the word antiseptic is opposing microbial infection.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| prelate | an ecclesiastic (such as a bishop or abbot) of superior rank |
| intimidate | to make timid or fearful : frighten |
| penance | an act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification |
| imprudent | not prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment |
| sustain | to give support or relief to |
| impair | to diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse |
| odorous | having an odor: such as |
| chalice | a drinking cup : goblet |
| pugnacity | having a quarrelsome or combative nature : truculent |
| incontinent | not continent: such as |