GRE Word List

PUGILIST

fighter

The meaning of the word pugilist is fighter.

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euphoriaa feeling of well-being or elation
numismatistthe study or collection of coins, tokens, and paper money and sometimes related objects (such as medals)
noveltysomething new or unusual
diligencesteady, earnest, and energetic effort : devoted and painstaking work and application to accomplish an undertaking : assiduity
disengageto release from something that engages or involves
triggera piece (such as a lever) connected with a catch or detent as a means of releasing it
fussyeasily upset : irritable
hackneyedlacking in freshness or originality
connubialof or relating to the married state : conjugal
scavengeto remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area