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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ethos | the distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution |
estranged | having lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship |
residual | remainder |
disbar | to expel from the bar or the legal profession : deprive (an attorney) of legal status and privileges |
acuity | keenness of perception |
quell | to thoroughly overwhelm and reduce to submission or passivity |
molten | fused or liquefied by heat : melted |
vision | the act or power of seeing : sight |
dissuade | to advise (a person) against something |
vie | to strive for superiority : contend |