GRE Word List

PUGILIST

fighter

The meaning of the word pugilist is fighter.

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WordMeaning
preternaturalexisting outside of nature
avariceexcessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness
tediumthe quality or state of being tedious : tediousness
primethe second of the canonical hours
solsticeeither of the two points on the ecliptic at which its distance from the celestial equator is greatest and which is reached by the sun each year about June 21 and December 21
hydrophobiarabies
culminationthe action of culminating
banteringto speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner
nurturetraining
pessimisman inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome