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.

Random words

WordMeaning
allocateto apportion for a specific purpose or to particular persons or things : distribute
morguea place where the bodies of dead persons are kept temporarily pending identification or release for burial or autopsy
badgerany of various burrowing mammals (especially Taxidea taxus and Meles meles) of the weasel family that are widely distributed in the northern hemisphere
dintforce
harbora place of security and comfort : refuge
excoriateto wear off the skin of : abrade
ashenof, relating to, or made from ash wood
dissectionthe act or process of dissecting : the state of being dissected
agapewide open : gaping
impoverishto make poor