GRE Word List

BANE

a source of harm or ruin : curse

The meaning of the word bane is a source of harm or ruin : curse.

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WordMeaning
bellicosefavoring or inclined to start quarrels or wars
smarthaving or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent
mashto reduce to a soft pulpy state by beating or pressure
unfalteringnot wavering or weakening : firm
comaa state of profound unconsciousness caused by disease, injury, or poison
allegorythe expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence
vigilthe act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary
turpitudeinherent baseness : depravity
relican object esteemed and venerated because of association with a saint or martyr
sharda piece or fragment of a brittle substance