GRE Word List

HIEROGLYPHIC

written in, constituting, or belonging to a system of writing mainly in pictorial characters

The meaning of the word hieroglyphic is written in, constituting, or belonging to a system of writing mainly in pictorial characters.

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WordMeaning
taperto become progressively smaller toward one end
monochromatichaving or consisting of one color or hue
opprobriumsomething that brings disgrace
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers
equanimityevenness of mind especially under stress
overwroughtextremely excited : agitated
prosceniumthe stage of an ancient Greek or Roman theater
throbto pulsate or pound with abnormal force or rapidity
potiona mixture of liquids (such as liquor or medicine)
succorrelief