GRE Word List
EPOCH
an event or a time marked by an event that begins a new period or development
The meaning of the word epoch is an event or a time marked by an event that begins a new period or development.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| vex | to bring trouble, distress, or agitation to |
| vegetate | to lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind |
| dissolution | the act or process of dissolving: such as |
| cremate | to subject to cremation |
| paroxysm | a fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion |
| apogee | the point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is at the greatest distance from the center of the earth |
| tinge | a slight staining or suffusing shade or color |
| gnarled | full of knots or gnarls : knotty |
| derision | the use of ridicule or scorn to show contempt |
| propound | to offer for discussion or consideration |