GRE Word List

CALAMITY

a disastrous event marked by great loss and lasting distress and suffering

The meaning of the word calamity is a disastrous event marked by great loss and lasting distress and suffering.

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WordMeaning
carriondead and putrefying flesh
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humilityfreedom from pride or arrogance : the quality or state of being humble
chortleto sing or chant exultantly
arborealof, relating to, or resembling a tree
absolveto set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt
blasphemythe act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God
festiveof, relating to, or suitable for a feast or festival
incorporealnot corporeal : having no material body or form
enraptureto fill with delight