GRE Word List

OCCIDENT

west

The meaning of the word occident is west.

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WordMeaning
ogleto glance with amorous invitation or challenge
semblanceoutward and often specious appearance or show : form
togathe loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome
whorla drum-shaped section on the lower part of a spindle in spinning or weaving machinery serving as a pulley for the tape drive that rotates the spindle
pejorativea word or phrase that has negative connotations (see connotation
doteto exhibit mental decline of or like that of old age : be in one's dotage
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another
stenchstink
uxoriousexcessively fond of or submissive to a wife
formalitycompliance with formal or conventional rules : ceremony