GRE Word List
CATAPULT
an ancient military device for hurling missiles
The meaning of the word catapult is an ancient military device for hurling missiles.
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| adorn | to enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects |
| abridge | to shorten by omission of words without sacrifice of sense : condense |
| titular | having the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities |
| abscond | to depart secretly and hide oneself |
| pertinacious | adhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design |
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| libertine | a freethinker especially in religious matters |
| philanthropist | one who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy |
| commonplace | commonly found or seen : ordinary |
| exalt | to raise in rank, power, or character |