GRE Word List

RAPTURE

an expression or manifestation of ecstasy or passion

The meaning of the word rapture is an expression or manifestation of ecstasy or passion.

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WordMeaning
pharisaicalmarked by hypocritical censorious self-righteousness
conventionagreement
screecha high shrill piercing cry usually expressing pain or terror
dumbfoundto confound (see confound
rebuffto reject or criticize sharply : snub
fazeto disturb the composure of : disconcert
pedestalthe support or foot of a late classic or neoclassical column see column illustration
obloquya strongly condemnatory utterance : abusive language
askancewith disapproval or distrust : scornfully
appreciateto grasp the nature, worth, quality, or significance of