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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cogentappealing forcibly to the mind or reason : convincing
sparseof few and scattered elements
hotheada hotheaded person
touchingcapable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion
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skimto clear (a liquid) of scum or floating substance
wagto be in motion : stir
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