GRE Word List

CONJURE

to charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly

The meaning of the word conjure is to charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly.

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balmyhaving the qualities of balm : soothing
gentryupper or ruling class : aristocracy
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browbeatto intimidate or disconcert by a stern manner or arrogant speech : bully
presumeto undertake without leave or clear justification : dare
ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
divergeto move or extend in different directions from a common point : draw apart
sophistrysubtly deceptive reasoning or argumentation
recessionthe act or action of receding : withdrawal