GRE Word List

MIRAGE

an optical (see optical

The meaning of the word mirage is an optical (see optical.

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kindredof a similar nature or character : like
blasphemythe act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God
occultto shut off from view or exposure : cover
requiema mass for the dead
insalubriousnot conducive to health : unwholesome
stanzaa division of a poem consisting of a series of lines arranged together in a usually recurring pattern of meter and rhyme : strophe
overseesurvey
haughtinessblatantly and disdainfully proud : having or showing an attitude of superiority and contempt for people or things perceived to be inferior
treasurewealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded
pugnacityhaving a quarrelsome or combative nature : truculent