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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transcendent | exceeding usual limits : surpassing |
mediocre | of moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary |
disproportion | lack of proportion, symmetry, or proper relation : disparity |
dilemma | a usually undesirable or unpleasant choice |
sentinel | sentry |
hurtle | to move rapidly or forcefully |
predecessor | one that precedes |
influx | a coming in |
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forfeit | something forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty |