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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integralessential to completeness : constituent
consignto give over to another's care
appeasepacify
thesisa dissertation embodying results of original research and especially substantiating a specific view
slovenlyuntidy especially in personal appearance
abridgeto shorten by omission of words without sacrifice of sense : condense
provisoan article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition
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peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay
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