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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WordMeaning
shunto avoid deliberately and especially habitually
encroachmentto enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another
claustrophobiaabnormal dread of being in closed or narrow spaces
busta sculptured representation of the upper part of the human figure including the head and neck and usually part of the shoulders and breast
adeptthoroughly proficient : expert
commensuratecorresponding in size, extent, amount, or degree : proportionate
flutedhaving or marked by grooves
significanthaving meaning
antiquatedoutmoded or discredited by reason of age : old and no longer useful, popular, or accepted
persistto go on resolutely or stubbornly in spite of opposition, importunity, or warning