GRE Word List

FAUNA

animal life

The meaning of the word fauna is animal life.

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occultto shut off from view or exposure : cover
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seditionincitement of resistance to or insurrection against lawful authority
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baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
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burnishto make shiny or lustrous especially by rubbing
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