GRE Word List

MIASMA

a vaporous exhalation formerly believed to cause disease

The meaning of the word miasma is a vaporous exhalation formerly believed to cause disease.

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WordMeaning
redolentexuding fragrance : aromatic
wearyexhausted in strength, endurance, vigor, or freshness
cognateof the same or similar nature : generically alike
rebateto reduce the force or activity of : diminish
respitea period of temporary delay
amorphoushaving no definite form : shapeless
rendezvousa place appointed for assembling or meeting
espionagethe practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company
apostateone who commits apostasy
penchanta strong and continued inclination