GRE Word List
PEN
to shut in or as if in a pen
The meaning of the word pen is to shut in or as if in a pen.
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embellish | to make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate |
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hibernate | to pass the winter in a torpid or resting state |
affliction | a cause of persistent pain or distress |
euphony | pleasing or sweet sound |
dominant | commanding, controlling, or prevailing over all others |
institution | an established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character |
submissive | submitting to others |
meander | a winding path or course |
encipher | to convert (a message) into cipher |