GRE Word List

LEGEND

a story coming down from the past

The meaning of the word legend is a story coming down from the past.

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WordMeaning
extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
covetousmarked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessions
oratorone who delivers an oration
maelstroma powerful often violent whirlpool sucking in objects within a given radius
exceptwith the exclusion or exception of
fettera chain or shackle for the feet
subdueto conquer and bring into subjection : vanquish
arduoushard to accomplish or achieve : difficult
glowto shine with or as if with an intense heat
supererogatoryobserved or performed to an extent not enjoined or required