GRE Word List

BOON

a timely benefit : blessing

The meaning of the word boon is a timely benefit : blessing.

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WordMeaning
gloss_overexplain away with the intention of deceiving or hiding faults
energizeto make energetic, vigorous, or active
embezzlementto appropriate (something, such as property entrusted to one's care) fraudulently to one's own use
philistinea native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
discomposeto destroy the composure of
ominousbeing or exhibiting an omen : portentous
impromptumade, done, or formed on or as if on the spur of the moment : improvised
boostto push or shove up from below
nomenclaturename