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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| trenchant | keen |
| parvenu | one that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it |
| amalgam | a mixture of different elements |
| abrasive | causing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade |
| unintimidating | not causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating |
| egregious | conspicuous |
| stanch | to check or stop the flowing of |
| recurrent | running or turning back in a direction opposite to a former course |
| sledge | sledgehammer |
| temperament | characteristic or habitual inclination or mode of emotional response |