GRE Word List
BOON
a timely benefit : blessing
The meaning of the word boon is a timely benefit : blessing.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| jargon | the technical terminology or characteristic idiom of a special activity or group |
| baroque | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension |
| emetic | an agent that induces vomiting |
| morose | having a sullen and gloomy disposition |
| supererogatory | observed or performed to an extent not enjoined or required |
| astronomical | of or relating to astronomy |
| swear-word | word considered offensive; Ex. ``bloody'' |
| rumble | to make a low heavy rolling sound |
| berserk | an ancient Scandinavian warrior frenzied in battle and held to be invulnerable |
| encomiastic | one that praises : eulogist |