GRE Word List

HERALD

an official at a tournament of arms (see arm

The meaning of the word herald is an official at a tournament of arms (see arm.

Random words

WordMeaning
usurpto seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right
catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art
loatheto dislike greatly and often with disgust or intolerance : detest
succorrelief
retardto delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment
analgesiainsensibility to pain without loss of consciousness
clouta piece of cloth or leather : rag
quarantinea period of 40 days
obeisancea movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow
implicateto bring into intimate or incriminating connection