GRE Word List
NOCTURNAL
of, relating to, or occurring in the night
The meaning of the word nocturnal is of, relating to, or occurring in the night.
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| ruthless | having no pity : merciless |
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| stock | a store or supply accumulated or available |
| prodigal | characterized by profuse or wasteful expenditure : lavish |
| exult | to be extremely joyful : rejoice |
| makeshift | a usually crude and temporary expedient : substitute |
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