GRE Word List

CORPUS

the body of a human or animal especially when dead

The meaning of the word corpus is the body of a human or animal especially when dead.

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WordMeaning
tracta system of body parts or organs that act together to perform some function
implicitcapable of being understood from something else though unexpressed : implied
lustrousreflecting light evenly and efficiently without glitter or sparkle
unwontedbeing out of the ordinary : rare
refectorya dining hall (as in a monastery or college)
superannuatedoutmoded
machiavellianof or relating to Machiavelli or Machiavellianism
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
perceptiveresponsive to sensory stimuli : discerning
collusionsecret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose