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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| galvanic | of, relating to, or producing a direct current of electricity |
| chronic | continuing or occurring again and again for a long time |
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| semblance | outward and often specious appearance or show : form |
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