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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allegorythe expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence
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contortionsto twist in a violent manner
impiousnot pious : lacking in reverence or proper respect (as for God or one's parents) : irreverent
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jocundmarked by or suggestive of high spirits and lively mirthfulness
earnto receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered
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