GRE Word List

BRAND

a charred piece of wood

The meaning of the word brand is a charred piece of wood.

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WordMeaning
buffeta blow especially with the hand
humanitariana person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist
grievancea cause of distress (such as an unsatisfactory working condition) felt to afford reason for complaint or resistance
evocativeevoking or tending to evoke an especially emotional response
abetto actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan)
tenaciousnot easily pulled apart : cohesive
intrepidcharacterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance
verbatimin the exact words : word for word
spatialrelating to, occupying, or having the character of space
allegiancethe obligation of a feudal vassal to his liege lord