GRE Word List

LABYRINTH

a place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys

The meaning of the word labyrinth is a place constructed of or full of intricate passageways and blind alleys.

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hierarchya division of angels
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benefitsomething that produces good or helpful results or effects or that promotes well-being : advantage
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compensatoryto be equivalent to : counterbalance
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