GRE Word List
INVOCATION
the act or process of petitioning for help or support
The meaning of the word invocation is the act or process of petitioning for help or support.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| acme | the highest point or stage |
| glimmer | to shine faintly or unsteadily |
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| vindictive | disposed to seek revenge : vengeful |
| perverse | turned away from what is right or good : corrupt |
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| ensconce | shelter |