GRE Word List

CATASTROPHE

a momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin

The meaning of the word catastrophe is a momentous tragic event ranging from extreme misfortune to utter overthrow or ruin.

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WordMeaning
figmentsomething made up or contrived
relevanthaving significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand
raucousdisagreeably harsh or strident : hoarse
equitablehaving or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned
exploitdeed
incentivesomething that incites or has a tendency to incite to determination or action
turpitudeinherent baseness : depravity
flutterto flap the wings rapidly
entitybeing
baitto persecute or exasperate with unjust, malicious, or persistent attacks