GRE Word List

BERSERK

an ancient Scandinavian warrior frenzied in battle and held to be invulnerable

The meaning of the word berserk is an ancient Scandinavian warrior frenzied in battle and held to be invulnerable.

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WordMeaning
irremediablenot remediable
tantalizeto tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach
effeminatehaving feminine qualities untypical of a man : not manly in appearance or manner
pendantsomething suspended: such as
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
togathe loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome
fanaticismfanatic outlook or behavior
feralof, relating to, or suggestive of a wild beast
willfulobstinately and often perversely self-willed
pompositypompous demeanor, speech, or behavior