GRE Word List
GLEAM
a transient appearance of subdued or partly obscured light
The meaning of the word gleam is a transient appearance of subdued or partly obscured light.
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| retain | to keep in possession or use |
| obelisk | an upright 4-sided usually monolithic pillar that gradually tapers as it rises and terminates in a pyramid |
| clemency | disposition to be merciful and especially to moderate the severity of punishment due |
| prognosis | the prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case |
| musty | impaired by damp or mildew : moldy |
| spare | not being used |
| mercantile | of or relating to merchants or trading |
| retrospective | of, relating to, or given to retrospection |
| fitful | characterized by fits or paroxysms |
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