GRE Word List
BUGABOO
an imaginary object of fear
The meaning of the word bugaboo is an imaginary object of fear.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| pachyderm | any of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin |
| unsightly | not pleasing to the sight : not comely |
| grudging | unwilling |
| fanfare | a short and lively sounding of trumpets |
| clime | climate |
| savory | having savor: such as |
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| pendulous | poised without visible support |
| conflagration | fire |
| brindled | having obscure dark streaks or flecks on a usually gray or tawny ground |