GRE Word List

ETHEREAL

of or relating to the regions beyond the earth

The meaning of the word ethereal is of or relating to the regions beyond the earth.

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reconnaissancea preliminary survey to gain information
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smolderto burn sluggishly, without flame, and often with much smoke
loutto bow in respect
diminutionthe act, process, or an instance of becoming gradually less (as in size or importance) : the act, process, or an instance of diminishing : decrease
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
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