GRE Word List
PUGILIST
fighter
The meaning of the word pugilist is fighter.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| wince | to shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) : flinch |
| roue | a man devoted to a life of sensual pleasure : rake |
| monochrome | a painting, drawing, or photograph in a single hue |
| communal | of or relating to one or more communes |
| havoc | wide and general destruction : devastation |
| lance | a steel-tipped spear carried by mounted knights or light cavalry |
| livid | discolored by bruising : black-and-blue |
| dappled | marked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| contravene | to go or act contrary to : violate |