GRE Word List

PUGILIST

fighter

The meaning of the word pugilist is fighter.

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WordMeaning
sticklerone who insists on exactness or completeness in the observance of something
surrogateone appointed to act in place of another : deputy
latitudeangular distance from some specified circle or plane of reference: such as
titanichaving great magnitude, force, or power : colossal
subornto induce secretly to do an unlawful thing
obviateto anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary
lunarcrescent
rigorharsh inflexibility in opinion, temper, or judgment : severity
quiescentmarked by inactivity or repose : tranquilly at rest
rallyto muster for a common purpose