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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brusquemarkedly short and abrupt
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mellifluoushaving a smooth rich flow
donto put on (an article of clothing)
misapprehensionto apprehend wrongly : misunderstand
bereavedsuffering the death of a loved one
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formalitycompliance with formal or conventional rules : ceremony
absolutefree from imperfection : perfect
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