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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| divest | to deprive or dispossess especially of property, authority, or title |
| oversee | survey |
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| scrutinize | to examine closely and minutely |
| meek | enduring injury with patience and without resentment : mild |
| menagerie | a place where animals are kept and trained especially for exhibition |
| fiend | devil |
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| enjoin | to direct or impose by authoritative order or with urgent admonition |
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