GRE Word List

DICTUM

a noteworthy statement: such as

The meaning of the word dictum is a noteworthy statement: such as.

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WordMeaning
blusterto talk or act with noisy swaggering threats
teetotalismthe principle or practice of complete abstinence from alcoholic drinks
tensioninner striving, unrest, or imbalance often with physiological indication of emotion
brandishto shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly
nauseouscausing nausea or disgust : nauseating
bourgeoisof, relating to, or characteristic of the social middle class
threatan expression of intention to inflict evil, injury, or damage
abbreviateto make briefer
marrowbone marrow
senilitythe quality or state of being senile : the physical and mental decline associated with old age