GRE Word List

APPARITION

an unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon

The meaning of the word apparition is an unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon.

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WordMeaning
baitto persecute or exasperate with unjust, malicious, or persistent attacks
juxtaposeto place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)
scrutinizeto examine closely and minutely
collagean artistic composition made of various materials (such as paper, cloth, or wood) glued on a surface
shrewdmarked by clever discerning awareness and hardheaded acumen
shrivelto draw into wrinkles especially with a loss of moisture
stupora condition of greatly dulled or completely suspended sense or sensibility
ablutionthe washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite)
vigilantalertly watchful especially to avoid danger
palleta straw-filled tick or mattress