GRE Word List

BIVOUAC

a usually temporary encampment under little or no shelter

The meaning of the word bivouac is a usually temporary encampment under little or no shelter.

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WordMeaning
premonitionprevious notice or warning : forewarning
lachrymosegiven to tears or weeping : tearful
rebuketo criticize sharply : reprimand
invoketo petition for help or support
arduoushard to accomplish or achieve : difficult
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aghaststruck with terror, amazement, or horror : shocked and upset
bruntthe principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack)
throttleto compress the throat of : choke
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