GRE Word List

PUGILIST

fighter

The meaning of the word pugilist is fighter.

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WordMeaning
garbledmade unclear or confusing : distorted or mixed up
prosperto succeed in an enterprise or activity
airyof or relating to air : atmospheric
chagrindisquietude or distress of mind caused by humiliation, disappointment, or failure
swathea band used in swathing
tableta flat slab or plaque suited for or bearing an inscription
mellifluoushaving a smooth rich flow
extraditionthe surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge
hostilitydeep-seated usually mutual ill will
groovea long narrow channel or depression