GRE Word List

BOON

a timely benefit : blessing

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

Random words

WordMeaning
meddlesomegiven to meddling
foistto introduce or insert surreptitiously or without warrant
absolveto set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt
compulsivehaving power to compel
impairto diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse
itinerarythe route of a journey or tour or the proposed outline of one
casteone of the hereditary social classes in Hinduism that restrict the occupation of their members and their association with the members of other castes
seditionincitement of resistance to or insurrection against lawful authority
tenaciousnot easily pulled apart : cohesive
cogentappealing forcibly to the mind or reason : convincing