GRE Word List

QUINTESSENCE

the fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies

The meaning of the word quintessence is the fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies.

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retardto delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment
reckoncount
futileserving no useful purpose : completely ineffective
vouchto supply supporting evidence or testimony
salientmoving by leaps or springs : jumping
sullyto make soiled or tarnished : defile
refurbishto brighten or freshen up : renovate
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trystan agreement (as between lovers) to meet
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