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
concurrentoperating or occurring at the same time
striatedmarked with striations or striae
effronteryshameless boldness : insolence
metersystematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm
perquisitea privilege, gain, or profit incidental to regular salary or wages
martialof, relating to, or suited for war or a warrior
coagulateto cause to become viscous or thickened into a coherent mass : curdle
unassailablenot assailable : not liable to doubt, attack, or question
apexthe uppermost point : vertex
decorumliterary and dramatic propriety : fitness