GRE Word List
PRIMAL
original
The meaning of the word primal is original.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| opiate | an alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance |
| verve | the spirit and enthusiasm animating artistic composition or performance : vivacity |
| eddy | a current of water or air running contrary to the main current |
| bestow | to put to use : apply |
| posture | the position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose |
| satiate | filled to satiety |
| acne | a disorder of the skin caused by inflammation of the skin glands and hair follicles |
| urbane | notably polite or polished in manner |
| parable | a usually short fictitious story that illustrates a moral attitude or a religious principle |
| juxtapose | to place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect) |