GRE Word List

ECLECTIC

composed of elements drawn from various sources

The meaning of the word eclectic is composed of elements drawn from various sources.

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WordMeaning
odysseya long wandering or voyage usually marked by many changes of fortune
untenablenot able to be defended
luridcausing horror or revulsion : gruesome
incidentan occurrence of an action or situation that is a separate unit of experience : happening
betrothto promise to marry
infringeto encroach upon in a way that violates law or the rights of another
innocuousproducing no injury : harmless
blandsmooth and soothing in manner or quality
peregrinationto travel especially on foot : walk
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)