GRE Word List

ARCANE

known or knowable only to a few people : secret

The meaning of the word arcane is known or knowable only to a few people : secret.

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WordMeaning
illuminateto supply or brighten with light
stealtha cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection
repelto drive back : repulse
factiousof or relating to faction: such as
hostilitydeep-seated usually mutual ill will
discretionindividual choice or judgment
harpinga plucked stringed instrument consisting of a resonator, an arched or angled neck that may be supported by a post, and strings of graded length that are perpendicular to the soundboard
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lullto cause to sleep or rest : soothe
comityfriendly social atmosphere : social harmony