GRE Word List

CEMETERY

a burial ground

The meaning of the word cemetery is a burial ground.

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WordMeaning
histrionicdeliberately affected : overly dramatic or emotional : theatrical
acrimoniousangry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner
epica long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero
carriondead and putrefying flesh
embroiderto ornament with needlework
shiftto exchange for or replace by another : change
debauchto corrupt by intemperance or sensuality
swarthyof a dark color, complexion, or cast
sedatekeeping a quiet steady attitude or pace : unruffled
divestto deprive or dispossess especially of property, authority, or title