GRE Word List

EFFLUVIUM

an invisible emanation

The meaning of the word effluvium is an invisible emanation.

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practicalof, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal
ostentatiousattracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation
deferput off
deifyto make a god of
prestigestanding or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion
inexorablenot to be persuaded, moved, or stopped : relentless
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
yieldto bear or bring forth as a natural product especially as a result of cultivation
colandera perforated utensil for washing or draining food
naivetea naive remark or action