GRE Word List
PRIME
the second of the canonical hours
The meaning of the word prime is the second of the canonical hours.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| minutiae | a minute or minor detail |
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| bedraggle | to wet thoroughly |
| catharsis | purification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art |
| rudimentary | consisting in first principles : fundamental |
| whine | to utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry |
| wary | marked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger |
| engross | to copy or write in a large hand |
| swill | wash |
| clientele | a body of clients |