GRE Word List
BEHEMOTH
a mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God
The meaning of the word behemoth is a mighty animal described in Job 40:15–24 as an example of the power of God.
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| hamper | to restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede |
| terminus | either end of a transportation line or travel route |
| conformity | correspondence in form, manner, or character : agreement |
| nostalgia | a wistful or excessively sentimental yearning for return to or of some past period or irrecoverable condition |
| orgy | secret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing |
| aviary | a place for keeping birds confined |
| baroque | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension |
| incite | to move to action : stir up : spur on : urge on |
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