GRE Word List

PHILISTINE

a native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia

The meaning of the word philistine is a native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia.

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compatiblecapable of existing together in harmony
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mincingaffectedly dainty or delicate
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licentiouslacking legal or moral restraints
delusionsomething that is falsely or delusively believed or propagated
statutea law enacted by the legislative branch of a government
enhanceheighten
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