GRE Word List

CONSERVATORY

a greenhouse for growing or displaying plants

The meaning of the word conservatory is a greenhouse for growing or displaying plants.

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rolling(of land) rising and falling in long gentle slopes; happening continuously by stages; Ex. rolling devolution of power to local governments
restraintan act of restraining : the state of being restrained
conspireplot
luscioushaving a delicious taste or smell : sweet
protrudeto jut out from the surrounding surface or context
ingrainedforming a part of the essence or inmost being : deep-seated
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)
braggadocioempty boasting
zealota zealous person
clientelea body of clients