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 |
|---|---|
| aegis | a shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena |
| clangor | a resounding clang or medley of clangs |
| forthright | free from ambiguity or evasiveness : going straight to the point |
| awl | a pointed tool for marking surfaces or piercing small holes (as in leather or wood) |
| chronicle | a historical account of events arranged in order of time usually without analysis or interpretation |
| fidelity | the quality or state of being faithful |
| cursory | rapidly and often superficially performed or produced : hasty |
| sluggish | averse to activity or exertion : indolent |
| saline | consisting of or containing salt |
| altercation | a noisy, heated, angry dispute |