GRE Word List
EFFLUVIUM
an invisible emanation
The meaning of the word effluvium is an invisible emanation.
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| pachyderm | any of various nonruminant mammals (such as an elephant, a rhinoceros, or a hippopotamus) of a former group (Pachydermata) that have hooves or nails resembling hooves and usually thick skin |
| anachronism | an error in chronology |
| disdain | a feeling of contempt for someone or something regarded as unworthy or inferior : scorn |
| ingenious | having or showing an unusual aptitude for discovering, inventing, or contriving |
| exonerate | to relieve of a responsibility, obligation, or hardship |
| exacting | tryingly or unremittingly severe in making demands |
| reverent | expressing or characterized by reverence : worshipful |
| accoutre | to provide with equipment or furnishings : outfit |
| cliche | a trite phrase or expression |
| swerve | to turn aside abruptly from a straight line or course : deviate |