GRE Word List

CHARM

the chanting or reciting of a magic spell : incantation

The meaning of the word charm is the chanting or reciting of a magic spell : incantation.

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WordMeaning
impiousnot pious : lacking in reverence or proper respect (as for God or one's parents) : irreverent
tertiaryof third rank, importance, or value
importto bring from a foreign or external source: such as
quailany of numerous small gallinaceous birds: such as
genuflectto bend the knee
nimblequick and light in motion : agile
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
reconnaissancea preliminary survey to gain information
vigilthe act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary
makeshifta usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute