GRE Word List
EFFLUVIUM
an invisible emanation
The meaning of the word effluvium is an invisible emanation.
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| vindicate | to free from allegation or blame |
| brittle | easily broken, cracked, or snapped |
| heinous | hatefully or shockingly evil : abominable |
| blanch | to take the color out of |
| derogatory | expressive of a low opinion : disparaging |
| agenda | a list or outline of things to be considered or done |
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| remittance | a sum of money remitted |
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