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
diversionthe act or an instance of diverting or straying from a course, activity, or use : deviation
abridgeto shorten by omission of words without sacrifice of sense : condense
venialof a kind that can be remitted : forgivable
cardinala high ecclesiastical official of the Roman Catholic Church who ranks next below the pope and is appointed by him to assist him as a member of the college of cardinals (see college
taperto become progressively smaller toward one end
defaultfailure to do something required by duty or law : neglect
buxomvigorously or healthily plump
precepta command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action
exceptionablebeing likely to cause objection : objectionable
touchingcapable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion