GRE Word List

EXORCISE

to expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration

The meaning of the word exorcise is to expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration.

Random words

WordMeaning
brusquemarkedly short and abrupt
acclaimapplaud
quietudea quiet state : repose
odoroushaving an odor: such as
attestto affirm to be true or genuine
ludicrousamusing or laughable through obvious absurdity, incongruity, exaggeration, or eccentricity
scurryto move in or as if in a brisk pace : scamper
jaunta usually short journey or excursion undertaken especially for pleasure
wardthe action or process of guarding
incredulitythe quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief