GRE Word List
BACCHANAL
orgy
The meaning of the word bacchanal is orgy.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| osseous | bony |
| tactful | having or showing tact |
| epicure | one with sensitive and discriminating tastes especially in food or wine |
| run-down | an item-by-item report or review : summary |
| alchemy | a medieval chemical science and speculative philosophy aiming to achieve the transmutation of the base metals into gold, the discovery of a universal cure for disease, and the discovery of a means of indefinitely prolonging life |
| gloat | to observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight |
| enrapture | to fill with delight |
| fracas | a noisy quarrel : brawl |
| devotee | an ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport) |
| mitigate | to cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify |