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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WordMeaning
veracioustruthful
wrinklea small ridge or furrow especially when formed on a surface by the shrinking or contraction of a smooth substance : crease
arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
kenthe range of perception, understanding, or knowledge
ficklemarked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness
mementosomething that serves to warn or remind
prognosisthe prospect of recovery as anticipated from the usual course of disease or peculiarities of the case
refectorya dining hall (as in a monastery or college)
dumbfoundto confound (see confound
impalpableincapable of being felt by touch : intangible