GRE Word List
PROVIDENCE
divine guidance or care
The meaning of the word providence is divine guidance or care.
Random words
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|---|---|
| sow | an adult female swine |
| knave | a tricky deceitful fellow |
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| forfeit | something forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty |
| docket | a brief written summary of a document : abstract |
| edict | a proclamation having the force of law |
| immobility | not moving : motionless |