GRE Word List
PANDEMIC
occurring over a wide geographic area (such as multiple countries or continents) and typically affecting a significant proportion of the population
The meaning of the word pandemic is occurring over a wide geographic area (such as multiple countries or continents) and typically affecting a significant proportion of the population.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| disparity | a noticeable and usually significant difference or dissimilarity |
| spate | freshet |
| forward | near, being at, or belonging to the forepart |
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| encumber | weigh down |
| render | to melt down |
| culinary | of or relating to the kitchen or cookery |
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| osseous | bony |
| anodyne | serving to alleviate pain |