GRE Word List

CURFEW

the sounding of a bell at evening

The meaning of the word curfew is the sounding of a bell at evening.

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WordMeaning
enunciateto make a definite or systematic statement of
reminiscenceapprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence
bogusnot genuine : counterfeit
beneficialproducing good results or helpful effects : conferring benefits (see benefit
euthanasiathe act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy
implacablenot placable : not capable of being appeased, significantly changed, or mitigated
bigotryobstinate or intolerant devotion to one's own opinions and prejudices : the state of mind of a bigot
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
hirelinga person who serves for hire especially for purely mercenary motives
attentivemindful