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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| conciliatory | intended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate |
| subliminal | inadequate to produce a sensation or a perception |
| sly | wise in practical affairs |
| chalice | a drinking cup : goblet |
| trepidation | a nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation : apprehension |
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| indices | signs; indications; Ex. indices of a student's potential; CF. index: something that reveals or indicates; sign; Ex. cost-of-living index |
| nutritious | nourishing |
| juncture | a point of time |
| outspoken | direct and open in speech or expression : frank |