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.

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grimfierce in disposition or action : savage
improvidentnot provident : not foreseeing and providing for the future
antithesisthe direct opposite
dissidentdisagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief
comebacka sharp or witty reply : retort
rescindto take away : remove
acrimoniousangry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner
vernalof, relating to, or occurring in the spring
cardinala high ecclesiastical official of the Roman Catholic Church who ranks next below the pope and is appointed by him to assist him as a member of the college of cardinals (see college
perforateto make a hole through