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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kenthe range of perception, understanding, or knowledge
behooveto be necessary, proper, or advantageous for
acclaimapplaud
enduringlasting
vacillateto waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses
eminentexhibiting eminence especially in standing above others in some quality or position : prominent
minatoryhaving a menacing quality
inestimableincapable of being estimated or computed
schemea plan or program of action
tithea tenth part of something paid as a voluntary contribution or as a tax especially for the support of a religious establishment