GRE Word List

PROVIDENCE

divine guidance or care

The meaning of the word providence is divine guidance or care.

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cantataa composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment
precisa concise summary of essential points, statements, or facts
oatha 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
opportunistone that is opportunistic or that practices opportunism
eulogistica commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased
macabrehaving death as a subject : comprising or including a personalized representation of death
magnatea person of rank, power, influence, or distinction often in a specified area
treasurewealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded
blandishmentsomething that tends to coax or cajole : allurement
sedatekeeping a quiet steady attitude or pace : unruffled