GRE Word List
AUGURY
divination from auspices (see auspice
The meaning of the word augury is divination from auspices (see auspice.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| poseur | a person who pretends to be what he or she is not : an affected or insincere person |
| collate | to compare critically |
| collateral | property (such as securities) pledged by a borrower to protect the interests of the lender |
| fissure | a narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting |
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| profligate | wildly extravagant |
| elusive | tending to elude: such as |
| functionary | one who serves in a certain function |
| choir | an organized company of singers (as in a church service) |
| tangible | capable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable |