GRE Word List

MACE

an aromatic spice consisting of the dried external fibrous covering of a nutmeg

The meaning of the word mace is an aromatic spice consisting of the dried external fibrous covering of a nutmeg.

Random words

WordMeaning
engageto offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end
panaceaa remedy for all ills or difficulties : cure-all
bravadoblustering swaggering conduct
igniteto set afire
germanebeing at once relevant and appropriate : fitting
niggardlygrudgingly mean about spending or granting : begrudging
aproposbeing both relevant and opportune
chideto speak out in angry or displeased rebuke
exegesisexposition
obliterateto remove utterly from recognition or memory