GRE Word List

CATACLYSM

flood

The meaning of the word cataclysm is flood.

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WordMeaning
jubilationan act of rejoicing : the state of being jubilant
obliterateto remove utterly from recognition or memory
basethe bottom of something considered as its support : foundation
notcha V-shaped indentation
posturethe position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose
reparteea quick and witty reply
mettlevigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament
swindlerto obtain money or property by fraud or deceit
awfulextremely disagreeable or objectionable
avuncularsuggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality