GRE Word List

MERCURIAL

of, relating to, or born under the planet Mercury

The meaning of the word mercurial is of, relating to, or born under the planet Mercury.

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wheedleto influence or entice by soft words or flattery
despoilto strip of belongings, possessions, or value : pillage
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confoundto throw (a person) into confusion or perplexity
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