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.
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| moribund | being in the state of dying : approaching death |
| volatile | characterized by or subject to rapid or unexpected change |
| rebus | a representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound |
| cadence | the beat, time, or measure of rhythmical motion or activity |
| irremediable | not remediable |
| industrious | constantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent |
| derogatory | expressive of a low opinion : disparaging |
| retract | to draw back or in |
| morose | having a sullen and gloomy disposition |
| circuit | a usually circular line encompassing an area |