GRE Word List

AWL

a pointed tool for marking surfaces or piercing small holes (as in leather or wood)

The meaning of the word awl is a pointed tool for marking surfaces or piercing small holes (as in leather or wood).

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WordMeaning
exorciseto expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration
obscuredark
ponderousof very great weight
quivera case for carrying or holding arrows
trepidationa nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation : apprehension
aciduloussomewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner
torsothe human body apart from the head, neck, arms, and legs : the human trunk
vigilantalertly watchful especially to avoid danger
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aberrantdeviating from the usual or natural type : atypical