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 |
|---|---|
| preamble | an introductory statement |
| uncouth | awkward and uncultivated in appearance, manner, or behavior : rude |
| refraction | deflection from a straight path undergone by a light ray or energy wave in passing obliquely from one medium (such as air) into another (such as glass) in which its velocity is different |
| unobtrusive | not obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous |
| caucus | a closed meeting of a group of persons belonging to the same political party or faction usually to select candidates or to decide on policy |
| worldly | of, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs |
| endearment | a word or an act (such as a caress) expressing affection |
| elysian | of or relating to Elysium |
| luminous | emitting or reflecting usually steady, suffused, or glowing light |
| rotund | marked by roundness : rounded |