GRE Word List
NECROMANCY
conjuration (see conjure
The meaning of the word necromancy is conjuration (see conjure.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| syllogism | a deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable") |
| precis | a concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts |
| overwhelm | upset |
| drudgery | dull, irksome, and fatiguing work : uninspiring or menial labor |
| scuffle | to struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion |
| sedulous | involving or accomplished with careful perseverance |
| hale | free from defect, disease, or infirmity : sound |
| freebooter | pirate |
| recipient | one that receives : receiver |
| aphasia | loss or impairment of the power to use or comprehend words usually resulting from brain damage (as from a stroke, head injury, or infection) |