GRE Word List
CENTURION
an officer commanding a Roman century
The meaning of the word centurion is an officer commanding a Roman century.
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| demeanor | behavior toward others : outward manner |
| crinkle | to form many short bends or ripples |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| incubus | an evil spirit that lies on persons in their sleep |
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| formidable | causing fear, dread, or apprehension |
| asperity | roughness of manner or of temper : harshness of behavior or speech that expresses bitterness or anger |
| monograph | a learned treatise on a small area of learning |
| dappled | marked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background |
| apparent | open to view : visible |