GRE Word List
COMA
deep prolonged unconsciousness caused by disease, poison, or a severe blow
The meaning of the word coma is deep prolonged unconsciousness caused by disease, poison, or a severe blow.
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unassuming | modest; Ex. the champion's unassuming manner |
prologue | introduction (to a poem or play) |
retinue | following; attendants |
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refraction | bending of a ray of light |
copious | plentiful |
hothead | person who does things too quickly without thinking; ADJ. hotheaded |
consternation | great shock; dismay |
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