GRE Word List

PUNGENT

sharply painful

The meaning of the word pungent is sharply painful.

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WordMeaning
asymmetrichaving two sides or halves that are not the same : not symmetrical
privationan act or instance of depriving : deprivation
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innuendoan oblique allusion : hint
graphitea soft black lustrous form of carbon that conducts electricity and is used in lead pencils and electrolytic anodes, as a lubricant, and as a moderator in nuclear reactors
heedto pay attention
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berserkan ancient Scandinavian warrior frenzied in battle and held to be invulnerable
contendto strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle
stentorianextremely loud