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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palpitateto beat rapidly and strongly : throb
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secularof or relating to the worldly or temporal
ruthlesshaving no pity : merciless
obloquya strongly condemnatory utterance : abusive language
assimilateto take into the mind and thoroughly understand
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inscrutablenot readily investigated, interpreted, or understood : mysterious
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