GRE Word List
ORDEAL
a primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
The meaning of the word ordeal is a primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| dolt | a stupid person |
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| equivocal | subject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse |
| postulate | demand |
| inevitable | incapable of being avoided or evaded |
| lag | one that lags or is last |
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