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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| brooch | an ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck |
| categorical | absolute |
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| suppress | to put down by authority or force : subdue |
| compact | predominantly formed or filled : composed |
| balm | a balsamic (see balsamic |
| arcane | known or knowable only to a few people : secret |
| hive | a container for housing honeybees |
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