GRE Word List
ELYSIUM
the abode of the blessed after death in classical mythology
The meaning of the word elysium is the abode of the blessed after death in classical mythology.
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| fuss: | trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby |
| crotchety | given to crotchets (see crotchet |
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| idolatry | the worship of a physical object as a god |
| hegemony | preponderant influence or authority over others : domination |
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