GRE Word List

BENISON

blessing

The meaning of the word benison is blessing.

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studiousassiduous in the pursuit of learning
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shootto eject or impel or cause to be ejected or impelled by a sudden release of tension (as of a bowstring or slingshot or by a flick of a finger)
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wispa small handful (as of hay or straw)
fancyto have a fancy (see fancy