GRE Word List

PROFUSION

lavish expenditure : extravagance

The meaning of the word profusion is lavish expenditure : extravagance.

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WordMeaning
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)
ambulatoryable to walk about and not bedridden
queerdiffering in some way from what is usual or normal : odd
retiringreserved
mnemonicassisting or intended to assist memory
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
loutto bow in respect
snivelto run at the nose
revertto come or go back (as to a former condition, period, or subject)
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade