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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| altruistic | relating to or given to altruism: |
| benediction | the invocation (see invocation |
| compensatory | to be equivalent to : counterbalance |
| rake | an implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground |
| repeal | to rescind or annul by authoritative act |
| intrepid | characterized by resolute fearlessness, fortitude, and endurance |
| unctuous | having, revealing, or marked by a smug, ingratiating, and false earnestness or spirituality |
| ossify | to change into bone |
| elaborate | planned or carried out with great care |
| cupidity | inordinate desire for wealth : avarice |