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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WordMeaning
benefitsomething that produces good or helpful results or effects or that promotes well-being : advantage
astutehaving or showing shrewdness and an ability to notice and understand things clearly : mentally sharp or clever
reciprocateto give and take mutually
defoliateto deprive of leaves especially prematurely
subsequentfollowing in time, order, or place
illusorybased on or producing illusion : deceptive
malcontenta discontented person:
renowna state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame
secularof or relating to the worldly or temporal
mirthgladness or gaiety as shown by or accompanied with laughter