GRE Word List

REVERIE

daydream

The meaning of the word reverie is daydream.

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WordMeaning
retrieveto locate and bring in (killed or wounded game)
concedeto acknowledge grudgingly or hesitantly
expertisethe skill of an expert
obviateto anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary
proxythe agency, function, or office of a deputy who acts as a substitute for another
oscillateto swing backward and forward like a pendulum
scantylimited or less than sufficient in degree, quantity, or extent
mitigateto cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify
ineffectualnot producing the proper or intended effect : futile
novicea person admitted to probationary membership in a religious community