GRE Word List
PAROXYSM
a fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion
The meaning of the word paroxysm is a fit, attack, or sudden increase or recurrence of symptoms (as of a disease) : convulsion.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| insinuate | to impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way : imply |
| impugn | to assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity |
| arcade | a long arched building or gallery |
| sullen | gloomily or resentfully silent or repressed |
| sagacious | of keen and farsighted penetration and judgment : discerning |
| plaudit | an act or round of applause |
| inured | to accustom to accept something undesirable |
| accessible | capable of being reached |
| infraction | the act of infringing : violation |
| avarice | excessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness |