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
desiccateto dry up
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allegeto assert without proof or before proving
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fermentto undergo fermentation
earnto receive as return for effort and especially for work done or services rendered
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paramourlover
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