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
plebiscitea vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
checkto inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively
zeniththe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the nadir and vertically above the observer see azimuth illustration
orthodoxconforming to established doctrine especially in religion
drabslattern
deviouswandering
hema border of a cloth article doubled back and stitched down
founderone that founds or establishes
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane