GRE Word List
PULCHRITUDE
physical comeliness
The meaning of the word pulchritude is physical comeliness.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
| ascetic | practicing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline |
| refurbish | to brighten or freshen up : renovate |
| fermentation | the enzyme-catalyzed anaerobic breakdown of an energy-rich compound (such as a carbohydrate to carbon dioxide and alcohol or to an organic acid) by the action of microorganisms (such as bacteria or yeast) that occurs naturally and is commonly used in the production of various products (such as food, alcoholic beverages, and pharmaceuticals) especially by controlling microbial enzymatic activity |
| doldrums | a spell of listlessness or despondency |
| traumatic | psychologically or emotionally stressful in a way that can lead to serious mental and emotional problems |
| die | to pass from physical life : expire |
| incredulous | unwilling to admit or accept what is offered as true : not credulous : skeptical |
| enmity | positive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will |
| culpable | meriting condemnation or blame especially as wrong or harmful |