GRE Word List
INVECTIVE
insulting or abusive language : vituperation
The meaning of the word invective is insulting or abusive language : vituperation.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| figurative | representing by a figure or resemblance : emblematic |
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| carnage | the flesh of slain animals or humans |
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| endorse | to write on the back of |
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