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.

Random words

WordMeaning
recalcitrantobstinately defiant of authority or restraint
aversiona feeling of repugnance toward something with a desire to avoid or turn from it
intangiblenot tangible : impalpable
bestowto put to use : apply
accompliceone associated with another especially in wrongdoing
checkto inspect, examine, or look at appraisingly or appreciatively
allegorythe expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence
factiona party or group (as within a government) that is often contentious or self-seeking : clique
embroilto throw into disorder or confusion
palpablecapable of being touched or felt : tangible