GRE Word List

AUREOLE

a radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage

The meaning of the word aureole is a radiant light around the head or body of a representation of a sacred personage.

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WordMeaning
acknowledgeto recognize the rights, authority, or status of
chapela subordinate or private place of worship: such as
inconsequentialof no significance : unimportant
fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
aspersiona false or misleading charge meant to harm someone's reputation
slacknot using due diligence, care, or dispatch : negligent
self-righteousconvinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic
urgentcalling for immediate attention : pressing
haphappening