GRE Word List
MIRAGE
an optical (see optical
The meaning of the word mirage is an optical (see optical.
Random words
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rarefied | being less dense |
interdict | a Roman Catholic ecclesiastical censure withdrawing most sacraments and Christian burial from a person or district |
shoot | to eject or impel or cause to be ejected or impelled by a sudden release of tension (as of a bowstring or slingshot or by a flick of a finger) |
cynosure | the northern constellation Ursa Minor |
hothead | a hotheaded person |
convivial | relating to, occupied with, or fond of feasting, drinking, and good company |
providence | divine guidance or care |
astringent | causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic |
inopportune | inconvenient |
reimburse | to pay back to someone : repay |