GRE Word List

ODYSSEY

a long wandering or voyage usually marked by many changes of fortune

The meaning of the word odyssey is a long wandering or voyage usually marked by many changes of fortune.

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WordMeaning
frockan outer garment worn by monks and friars : habit
deflectto turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction
blatantnoisy especially in a vulgar or offensive manner : clamorous
satiatefilled to satiety
desiccateto dry up
capitulateto surrender often after negotiation of terms
inimicalbeing adverse often by reason of hostility or malevolence
ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
injuriousinflicting or tending to inflict injury : detrimental
far-fetchedbrought from a remote time or place