GRE Word List
PONTIFICAL
episcopal attire
The meaning of the word pontifical is episcopal attire.
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recipient | one that receives : receiver |
poignancy | the quality or state of being poignant |
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irreparable | not reparable : irremediable |
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foil | to prevent from attaining an end : defeat |
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supernumerary | exceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number |
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