GRE Word List

IMPRECATION

curse

The meaning of the word imprecation is curse.

Random words

WordMeaning
afflictiona cause of persistent pain or distress
morguea place where the bodies of dead persons are kept temporarily pending identification or release for burial or autopsy
frolicsomefull of gaiety : playful
mysticmystical
magnanimitythe quality of being magnanimous : loftiness of spirit enabling one to bear trouble calmly, to disdain meanness and pettiness, and to display a noble generosity
husbandrythe cultivation or production of plants or animals : agriculture
hecklerone who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults
dismantleto disconnect the pieces of
run-downan item-by-item report or review : summary
conteststrive