GRE Word List

CRONE

a cruel or ugly old woman

The meaning of the word crone is a cruel or ugly old woman.

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titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities
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gratiswithout charge or recompense : free
inaugurateto induct into an office with suitable ceremonies
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seminaryan environment in which something originates and from which it is propagated