GRE Word List

PEON

any of various workers in India, Sri Lanka, or Malaysia: such as

The meaning of the word peon is any of various workers in India, Sri Lanka, or Malaysia: such as.

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orientto direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group
slothdisinclination to action or labor : indolence
embroilto throw into disorder or confusion
beelinea straight direct course
ambushto attack by surprise from a hidden place : waylay
optimista person who is inclined to be hopeful and to expect good outcomes : someone who is given to optimism
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briskkeenly alert : lively
irreverencelack of reverence