GRE Word List

BACCHANAL

orgy

The meaning of the word bacchanal is orgy.

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WordMeaning
insightfulexhibiting or characterized by insight
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proclivityan inclination or predisposition toward something
ellipsisthe omission of one or more words that are obviously understood but that must be supplied to make a construction grammatically complete
proteanof or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms
paranoiamental illness characterized by systematized delusions of persecution or grandeur usually without hallucinations
squatto cause (oneself) to crouch or sit on the ground
sedulousinvolving or accomplished with careful perseverance
vervethe spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity
pungentsharply painful