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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WordMeaning
refractoryresisting control or authority : stubborn
abridgeto shorten by omission of words without sacrifice of sense : condense
creepto move along with the body prone and close to the ground
benedictionthe invocation (see invocation
cozento deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery
appallto overcome with consternation, shock, or dismay
discounta reduction made from the gross (see gross
gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight
indifferentmarked by a lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern for something : apathetic
catechismoral instruction