GRE Word List

MENDICANT

beggar

The meaning of the word mendicant is beggar.

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WordMeaning
acquittala setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process
ravinea small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water
chipa small usually thin and flat piece (as of wood or stone) cut, struck, or flaked off
crochetneedlework consisting of the interlocking of looped stitches formed with a single thread and a hooked needle
ambrosiathe food of the Greek and Roman gods
attestto affirm to be true or genuine
screecha high shrill piercing cry usually expressing pain or terror
avariceexcessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness
voluptuoussuggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form
complementsomething that fills up, completes, or makes better or perfect