GRE Word List
CELIBATE
of, relating to, or characterized by celibacy:
The meaning of the word celibate is of, relating to, or characterized by celibacy:.
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| antithesis | the direct opposite |
| simulate | to give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate |
| despoil | to strip of belongings, possessions, or value : pillage |
| trilogy | a series of three dramas or literary works or sometimes three musical compositions that are closely related and develop a single theme |
| averse | having an active feeling of repugnance, dislike, or distaste |
| blackball | to vote against |
| scabbard | a sheath for a sword, dagger, or bayonet |
| demagogue | a leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power |
| abase | to lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem |
| pantomime | pantomimist |