GRE Word List
ASTRAL
of, relating to, or coming from the stars
The meaning of the word astral is of, relating to, or coming from the stars.
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| penology | a branch of criminology dealing with prison management and the treatment of offenders |
| insipid | lacking in qualities that interest, stimulate, or challenge : dull |
| romp | one that romps |
| sidetrack | siding |
| pastry | a dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste |
| camp | a place usually away from urban areas where tents or simple buildings (such as cabins) are erected for shelter or for temporary residence (as for laborers, prisoners, or vacationers) |
| adversary | one that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent |
| emolument | the returns arising from office or employment usually in the form of compensation or perquisites |
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| carnage | the flesh of slain animals or humans |