GRE Word List
CLAUSTROPHOBIA
abnormal dread of being in closed or narrow spaces
The meaning of the word claustrophobia is abnormal dread of being in closed or narrow spaces.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| protrude | to jut out from the surrounding surface or context |
| delete | to eliminate especially by blotting out, cutting out, or erasing |
| treasure | wealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded |
| declivity | downward inclination |
| constituency | a body of citizens entitled to elect a representative (as to a legislative or executive position) |
| sultry | very hot and humid : sweltering |
| component | a constituent part : ingredient |
| scuffle | to struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion |
| touching | capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion |
| pharisaical | marked by hypocritical censorious self-righteousness |