GRE Word List

CAMEO

a gem carved in relief (see relief

The meaning of the word cameo is a gem carved in relief (see relief.

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WordMeaning
chasethe hunting of wild animals
anecdotea usually short narrative of an interesting, amusing, or biographical incident
hostagea person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
offhandwithout premeditation or preparation : extempore
repulseto drive or beat back : repel
corroborateto support with evidence or authority : make more certain
seepto flow or pass slowly through fine pores or small openings : ooze
staticexerting force by reason of weight alone without motion
acquittala setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process