GRE Word List

REQUIEM

a mass for the dead

The meaning of the word requiem is a mass for the dead.

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ubiquitousexisting or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread
incantationa use of spells or verbal charms spoken or sung as a part of a ritual of magic
prerogativean exclusive or special right, power, or privilege: such as
largessliberal giving (as of money) to or as if to an inferior
oblivionthe fact or condition of not remembering : a state marked by lack of awareness or consciousness
meagerhaving little flesh : thin