GRE Word List
PROVIDENCE
divine guidance or care
The meaning of the word providence is divine guidance or care.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cantata | a composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment |
| precis | a concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts |
| oath | a solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says |
| opportunist | one that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism |
| eulogistic | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
| macabre | having death as a subject : comprising or including a personalized representation of death |
| magnate | a person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area |
| treasure | wealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded |
| blandishment | something that tends to coax or cajole : allurement |
| sedate | keeping a quiet steady attitude or pace : unruffled |