GRE Word List
EXORCISE
drive out evil spirits
The meaning of the word exorcise is drive out evil spirits.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| distinct | clearly different; clearly noticed |
| uninhibited | unrepressed; free in behavior and feelings |
| attribute | essential quality; V: ascribe; explain |
| retribution | deserved punishment for wrongdoing; punishment for offenses; compensation; vengeance; CF. pay back |
| gaffe | social blunder |
| tantamount | equivalent in effect or value; Ex. This invasion is tantamount to a declaration of war; CF. amount |
| afterlife | life after death; later part of one's life |
| low | moo; make the sound of a cow |
| subsistence | existence; means of subsisting; means of support; livelihood; V. subsist: exist; maintain life (at a meager level) |
| chronicle | report; record (in chronological order) |
