GRE Word List

PANEGYRIC

a eulogistic oration or writing

The meaning of the word panegyric is a eulogistic oration or writing.

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embellishto make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate
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discounta reduction made from the gross (see gross
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fathomlessincapable of being fathomed : immeasurable
spatulaa flat thin implement used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, or lifting