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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atrocitya shockingly bad or atrocious act, object, or situation
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insouciantlighthearted unconcern : nonchalance
genuflectto bend the knee
subservientuseful in an inferior capacity : subordinate
consternationamazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion
rankrelative standing or position
authoritativehaving, marked by, or proceeding from authority
rabidextremely violent : furious
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