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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stockadea line of stout posts set firmly to form a defense
tractablecapable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile
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servitudea condition in which one lacks liberty especially to determine one's course of action or way of life
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