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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|---|---|
| miscreant | unbelieving |
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| lucre | monetary gain : profit |
| overture | an initiative toward agreement or action : proposal |
| chant | to make melodic sounds with the voice |
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