GRE Word List

REMINISCENCE

apprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence

The meaning of the word reminiscence is apprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence.

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WordMeaning
ambleto go at or as if at an easy gait : saunter
sonicutilizing, produced by, or relating to sound waves
supplicateto make a humble entreaty
appreciateto grasp the nature, worth, quality, or significance of
chancellorthe secretary of a nobleman, prince, or king
tepidmoderately warm : lukewarm
perfunctorycharacterized by routine or superficiality : mechanical
generalitythe quality or state of being general
blasphemythe act of insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God
careento put (a ship or boat) on a beach especially in order to clean, caulk, or repair the hull