GRE Word List
BACCHANAL
orgy
The meaning of the word bacchanal is orgy.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| encroachment | to enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another |
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| sound | a particular auditory impression : tone |
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