GRE Word List

RAVENOUS

rapacious

The meaning of the word ravenous is rapacious.

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igneousformed by solidification of magma
pitha usually continuous central strand of spongy tissue in the stems of most vascular plants that probably functions chiefly in storage
cantataa composition for one or more voices usually comprising solos, duets, recitatives, and choruses and sung to an instrumental accompaniment
plauditan act or round of applause
ventilateto expose to air and especially to a current of fresh air for purifying, curing, or refreshing
begetto procreate as the father : sire
nomadicof, relating to, or characteristic of nomads
meekenduring injury with patience and without resentment : mild
nihilista viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless
importto bring from a foreign or external source: such as