GRE Word List

RAFFLE

to engage in a raffle

The meaning of the word raffle is to engage in a raffle.

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WordMeaning
inaugurateto induct into an office with suitable ceremonies
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)
interveneto occur, fall, or come between points of time or events
plausiblesuperficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious
incarcerateto put in prison
comaa state of profound unconsciousness caused by disease, injury, or poison
prowessdistinguished bravery
filialof, relating to, or befitting a son or daughter
pretexta purpose or motive alleged or an appearance assumed in order to cloak the real intention or state of affairs
vehementmarked by forceful energy : powerful