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
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
stealtha cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection
fiascoa complete failure
almssomething (such as money or food) given freely to relieve the poor
implyto express indirectly
coagulateto cause to become viscous or thickened into a coherent mass : curdle
scaffolda temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground
laitythe people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy
eerieso mysterious, strange, or unexpected as to send a chill up the spine
grimfierce in disposition or action : savage