GRE Word List

CONTAGION

a contagious disease

The meaning of the word contagion is a contagious disease.

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WordMeaning
devoteean ardent follower, supporter, or enthusiast (as of a religion, art form, or sport)
belittleto speak slightingly of : disparage
banteringto speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner
frockan outer garment worn by monks and friars : habit
discrepancythe quality or state of disagreeing or being at variance
kernelthe inner softer part of a seed, fruit stone, or nut
rivuleta small stream
swellto expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit
febrilemarked or caused by fever : feverish
pendulouspoised without visible support