GRE Word List
HERMETIC
of or relating to the mystical and alchemical writings or teachings arising in the first three centuries a.d.
The meaning of the word hermetic is of or relating to the mystical and alchemical writings or teachings arising in the first three centuries a.d..
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| homeostasis | a relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group |
| penury | a cramping and oppressive lack of resources (such as money) |
| denomination | an act of denominating |
| stockade | a line of stout posts set firmly to form a defense |
| tractable | capable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile |
| apostate | one who commits apostasy |
| bate | to reduce the force or intensity of : restrain |
| servitude | a condition in which one lacks liberty especially to determine one's course of action or way of life |
| slipshod | wearing loose shoes or slippers |
| opaque | blocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity |