GRE Word List
ORTHODOX
conforming to established doctrine especially in religion
The meaning of the word orthodox is conforming to established doctrine especially in religion.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hypnosis | a trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject |
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| nostrum | a medicine of secret composition recommended by its preparer but usually without scientific proof of its effectiveness |
| capricious | governed or characterized by caprice : impulsive |
| parched | deprived of natural moisture |
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| oligarchy | government by the few |
| far-fetched | brought from a remote time or place |
| surveillance | close watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective) |
| regicide | a person who kills a king |