GRE Word List

CONTAGION

a contagious disease

The meaning of the word contagion is a contagious disease.

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dormantrepresented on a coat of arms in a lying position with the head on the forepaws
nutrientfurnishing nourishment
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legislaturea body of persons having the power to legislate
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unintimidatingnot causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating