GRE Word List
HYDROPHOBIA
rabies
The meaning of the word hydrophobia is rabies.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| treatise | a systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached |
| orientation | the act or process of orienting or of being oriented |
| limbo | an abode of souls that are according to Roman Catholic theology barred from heaven because of not having received Christian baptism |
| vainglorious | marked by vainglory : boastful |
| withstand | to stand up against : oppose with firm determination |
| contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
| desperado | a bold or violent criminal |
| rhapsody | a portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation |
| gadfly | any of various flies (such as a horsefly, botfly, or warble fly) that bite or annoy livestock |
| pore | to gaze intently |