GRE Word List

RANCOR

bitter deep-seated ill will

The meaning of the word rancor is bitter deep-seated ill will.

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WordMeaning
elopeto run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent
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savanta person of learning
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redundantexceeding what is necessary or normal : superfluous
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