GRE Word List

PAEAN

a joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph

The meaning of the word paean is a joyous song or hymn of praise, tribute, thanksgiving, or triumph.

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WordMeaning
ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution
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baubletrinket
nutritiousnourishing
sectarianof, relating to, or characteristic of a sect or sectarian
retinuea group of retainers or attendants
saunterto walk about in an idle or leisurely manner : stroll
executiveof or relating to the execution of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs
vicariousexperienced or realized through imaginative or sympathetic participation in the experience of another
pharisaicalmarked by hypocritical censorious self-righteousness