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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sultry | very hot and humid : sweltering |
| transparent | having the property of transmitting light without appreciable scattering so that bodies lying beyond are seen clearly : pellucid |
| rudimentary | consisting in first principles : fundamental |
| potentate | ruler |
| outstrip | to go faster or farther than |
| spoilsport | one who spoils the sport or pleasure of others |
| plight | to put or give in pledge : engage |
| fester | to generate pus |
| gourmet | a connoisseur of food and drink |
| herald | an official at a tournament of arms (see arm |