GRE Word List
CANKER
an erosive or spreading sore
The meaning of the word canker is an erosive or spreading sore.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| erode | to diminish or destroy by degrees: |
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| expository | of, relating to, or containing exposition |
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| stupor | a condition of greatly dulled or completely suspended sense or sensibility |
| arboreal | of, relating to, or resembling a tree |
| ingratiate | to gain favor or favorable acceptance for by deliberate effort |
| glutinous | having the quality of glue : gummy |
| junket | trip |
| postulate | demand |