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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WordMeaning
awryoff the correct or expected course : amiss
unprecedentedhaving no precedent : novel
crassgross
compressto press or squeeze together
connotationsomething suggested by a word or thing : implication
amicablecharacterized by friendly goodwill : peaceable
subdueto conquer and bring into subjection : vanquish
dubiousunsettled in opinion : doubtful
ensueto strive to attain : pursue
cardinala high ecclesiastical official of the Roman Catholic Church who ranks next below the pope and is appointed by him to assist him as a member of the college of cardinals (see college