GRE Word List
BACCHANAL
orgy
The meaning of the word bacchanal is orgy.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| incline | to bend the head or body forward : bow |
| pillory | a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked |
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
| sojourn | a temporary stay |
| coercion | the act, process, or power of coercing |
| ransack | to look through thoroughly in often a rough way |
| unsullied | not soiled or tarnished : not sullied |
| indecision | a wavering between two or more possible courses of action : irresolution |
| demagogue | a leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power |
| opportunist | one that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism |