GRE Word List

BENEDICTION

the invocation (see invocation

The meaning of the word benediction is the invocation (see invocation.

Random words

WordMeaning
ordinationthe act or an instance of ordaining : the state of being ordained
turmoila state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion
earthlycharacteristic of or belonging to this earth
aversehaving an active feeling of repugnance, dislike, or distaste
wilyfull of wiles : crafty
superficialof, relating to, or located near a surface
sluicean artificial passage for water (as in a millstream) fitted with a valve or gate for stopping or regulating flow
jettisonto get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision
inclusivebroad in orientation or scope
barragea dam placed in a watercourse to increase the depth of water or to divert it into a channel for navigation or irrigation