GRE Word List
ELIXIR
a substance held capable of changing base metals into gold
The meaning of the word elixir is a substance held capable of changing base metals into gold.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| demeanor | behavior toward others : outward manner |
| warble | a melodious succession of low pleasing sounds |
| throb | to pulsate or pound with abnormal force or rapidity |
| furor | an angry or maniacal fit : rage |
| abeyance | a state of temporary inactivity : suspension |
| bate | to reduce the force or intensity of : restrain |
| quaff | to drink (a usually alcoholic beverage) heartily or copiously |
| inestimable | incapable of being estimated or computed |
| temporal | of or relating to time as opposed to eternity |
| deranged | mentally unsound : crazy |