GRE Word List

MAYHEM

needless or willful damage or violence

The meaning of the word mayhem is needless or willful damage or violence.

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WordMeaning
understateto represent as less than is the case
foolhardyfoolishly adventurous and bold : rash
oafa stupid person : boob
quintessencethe fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies
dappledmarked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background
monotheismthe doctrine or belief that there is but one God
manifestreadily perceived by the senses and especially by the sense of sight
pertsaucily free and forward : flippantly cocky and assured
fracasa noisy quarrel : brawl
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