GRE Word List
MALEVOLENT
having, showing, or arising from intense often vicious ill will, spite, or hatred
The meaning of the word malevolent is having, showing, or arising from intense often vicious ill will, spite, or hatred.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| purported | reputed |
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| fervent | very hot : glowing |
| dissemble | to hide under a false appearance |
| amulet | a charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft) |
| cryptic | secret |
| perquisite | a privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages |
| surfeit | an overabundant supply : excess |
| fussy | easily upset : irritable |
| arid | excessively dry |