GRE Word List

CONFLUENCE

a coming or flowing together, meeting, or gathering at one point

The meaning of the word confluence is a coming or flowing together, meeting, or gathering at one point.

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WordMeaning
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
banteringto speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner
sublimeto cause to pass directly from the solid to the vapor state and condense back to solid form
incandescentwhite, glowing, or luminous with intense heat
pathosan element in experience or in artistic representation evoking pity or compassion
astralof, relating to, or coming from the stars
discriminateto mark or perceive the distinguishing or peculiar features of
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
piqueto excite or arouse especially by a provocation, challenge, or rebuff
stringenttight