GRE Word List

INCUBUS

an evil spirit that lies on persons in their sleep

The meaning of the word incubus is an evil spirit that lies on persons in their sleep.

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WordMeaning
underhandin a clandestine manner
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maladroitlacking adroitness : inept
profaneto treat (something sacred) with abuse, irreverence, or contempt : desecrate
disbarto expel from the bar or the legal profession : deprive (an attorney) of legal status and privileges
woea condition of deep suffering from misfortune, affliction, or grief
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detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
microcosma little world
tureena deep and usually covered bowl from which foods (such as soup) are served