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 |
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| tether | a line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement |
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| rampart | a protective barrier : bulwark |
| touching | capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion |
| compilation | the act or process of compiling |
| truncate | to shorten by or as if by cutting off |
| waggish | resembling or characteristic of a wag |
| excoriate | to wear off the skin of : abrade |
| despot | a ruler with absolute power and authority |
| gingerly | very cautious or careful |