GRE Word List

EFFLUVIUM

an invisible emanation

The meaning of the word effluvium is an invisible emanation.

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WordMeaning
desperadoa bold or violent criminal
misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret
introverta person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone
assertto state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively
derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging
grislyinspiring horror or intense fear
agendaa list or outline of things to be considered or done
shavingthe act of one that shaves
distinctdistinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete
toutto make much of : promote