GRE Word List

COMPASSION

sympathetic consciousness of others' distress together with a desire to alleviate it

The meaning of the word compassion is sympathetic consciousness of others' distress together with a desire to alleviate it.

Random words

WordMeaning
lotan object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with
scuffleto struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion
balmyhaving the qualities of balm : soothing
obliqueneither perpendicular nor parallel : inclined
monumentalserving as or resembling a monument : massive
lackadaisicallacking life, spirit, or zest : languid
absolutefree from imperfection : perfect
rapporta friendly, harmonious relationship
futileserving no useful purpose : completely ineffective
phlegmaticresembling, consisting of, or producing the humor phlegm