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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encomiasticone that praises : eulogist
cohortscompanion
repealto rescind or annul by authoritative act
garbledmade unclear or confusing : distorted or mixed up
perspicuousplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
brevityshortness of duration
consternationamazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion
sarcasma sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain
orthodoxconforming to established doctrine especially in religion
satiricalof, relating to, or constituting satire