GRE Word List
FETISH
an object (such as a small stone carving of an animal) believed to have magical power to protect or aid its owner
The meaning of the word fetish is an object (such as a small stone carving of an animal) believed to have magical power to protect or aid its owner.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| metrical | of, relating to, or composed in meter |
| dominant | commanding, controlling, or prevailing over all others |
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| invidious | of an unpleasant or objectionable nature : obnoxious |
| compelling | that compels: such as |
| sober | not intoxicated |
| clientele | a body of clients |
| wither | to become dry and sapless |