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
nonentitysomething that does not exist or exists only in the imagination
orgysecret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing
bitinghaving the power to bite
ingratiateto gain favor or favorable acceptance for by deliberate effort
energizeto make energetic, vigorous, or active
subterfugedeception by artifice or stratagem in order to conceal, escape, or evade
derisionthe use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt
diversediffering from one another : unlike
assiduousshowing great care, attention, and effort : marked by careful unremitting attention or persistent application
fugitiverunning away or intending flight