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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| puzzle | to offer or represent to (someone) a problem difficult to solve or a situation difficult to resolve : challenge mentally |
| flourish | to grow luxuriantly : thrive |
| predispose | to dispose in advance |
| idle | not occupied or employed: such as |
| purge | to clear of guilt |
| traduce | to expose to shame or blame by means of falsehood and misrepresentation |
| psychic | of or relating to the psyche : psychogenic |
| annuity | a sum of money payable yearly or at other regular intervals |
| cunning | dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end |
| cloying | disgusting or distasteful by reason of excess |