GRE Word List

PRIMAL

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The meaning of the word primal is original.

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WordMeaning
savanta person of learning
taintto contaminate morally : corrupt
ecstasya state of overwhelming emotion
centrifugea machine using centrifugal force for separating substances of different densities, for removing moisture, or for simulating gravitational effects
animositya strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude
impunityexemption or freedom from punishment, harm, or loss
waifa stray person or animal
flamboyantmarked by or given to strikingly elaborate or colorful display or behavior
creepto move along with the body prone and close to the ground
addictiona compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, behavior, or activity having harmful physical, psychological, or social effects and typically causing well-defined symptoms (such as anxiety, irritability, tremors, or nausea) upon withdrawal or abstinence : the state of being addicted