GRE Word List

EPICUREAN

of or relating to Epicurus or Epicureanism

The meaning of the word epicurean is of or relating to Epicurus or Epicureanism.

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tritehackneyed or boring from much use : not fresh or original
quintessencethe fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies
timorousof a timid disposition : fearful
urgeto present, advocate, or demand earnestly or pressingly
adjurationa solemn oath
glowto shine with or as if with an intense heat
inebriatedexhilarated or confused by or as if by alcohol : intoxicated
checkto inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively
tenuoushaving little substance or strength : flimsy
atrocitya shockingly bad or atrocious act, object, or situation