GRE Word List

MESMERIZE

to subject to mesmerism

The meaning of the word mesmerize is to subject to mesmerism.

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WordMeaning
juxtaposeto place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)
cognateof the same or similar nature : generically alike
awean emotion variously combining dread, veneration, and wonder that is inspired by authority or by the sacred or sublime
unobtrusivenot obtrusive : not blatant, arresting, or aggressive : inconspicuous
motifa usually recurring salient thematic element (as in the arts)
prizesomething offered or striven for in competition or in contests of chance
featurethe structure, form, or appearance especially of a person
hubrisexaggerated pride or self-confidence
bestowto put to use : apply
graduateto receive an academic degree or diploma