GRE Word List

BENEFACTOR

someone or something that provides help or an advantage : one that confers a benefit

The meaning of the word benefactor is someone or something that provides help or an advantage : one that confers a benefit.

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WordMeaning
aphasialoss or impairment of the power to use or comprehend words usually resulting from brain damage (as from a stroke, head injury, or infection)
circumspectcareful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent
hubrisexaggerated pride or self-confidence
effigyan image or representation especially of a person
monotheismthe doctrine or belief that there is but one God
elaborationplanned or carried out with great care
revelrynoisy partying or merrymaking
cowerto shrink away or crouch especially for shelter from something that menaces, domineers, or dismays
banea source of harm or ruin : curse
apathylack of feeling or emotion : impassiveness