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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WordMeaning
mettlevigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament
apotheosisthe perfect form or example of something : quintessence
convoketo call together to a meeting
preeminenthaving paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding
rabidextremely violent : furious
distantseparated in space : away
postmortemdone, occurring, or collected after death
complementaryserving to fill out or complete
occultto shut off from view or exposure : cover
stoketo poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel