GRE Word List
PUISSANT
having puissance : powerful
The meaning of the word puissant is having puissance : powerful.
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beatific | of, possessing, or imparting beatitude |
attrition | sorrow for one's sins that arises from a motive other than that of the love of God |
solder | a metal or metallic alloy used when melted to join metallic surfaces |
mausoleum | a large tomb |
dabble | to work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest |
insomnia | prolonged and usually abnormal inability to get enough sleep especially due to trouble falling asleep or staying asleep |
aspirant | one who aspires |
blare | to sound loud and strident |
tantamount | equivalent in value, significance, or effect |
cunning | dexterous or crafty in the use of special resources (such as skill or knowledge) or in attaining an end |