GRE Word List

MEMOIR

an official note or report : memorandum

The meaning of the word memoir is an official note or report : memorandum.

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WordMeaning
sarcasma sharp and often satirical or ironic utterance designed to cut or give pain
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madrigala medieval short lyrical poem in a strict poetic form
bolstera long pillow or cushion
bequeathto give or leave by will (see will
slinkto go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
physiognomythe art of discovering temperament and character from outward appearance
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