GRE Word List
NECTAR
the drink of the Greek and Roman gods
The meaning of the word nectar is the drink of the Greek and Roman gods.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| clipper | one that clips something |
| mass | the liturgy of the Eucharist (see eucharist |
| scruple | a unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table |
| expedient | suitable for achieving a particular end in a given circumstance |
| laity | the people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy |
| autonomous | having the right or power of self-government |
| benefit | something that produces good or helpful results or effects or that promotes well-being : advantage |
| languish | to be or become feeble, weak, or enervated |
| enliven | to give life, action, or spirit to : animate |
| opportunist | one that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism |