GRE Word List

REVULSION

a strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal

The meaning of the word revulsion is a strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal.

Random words

WordMeaning
reproveto scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent
derivativea word formed from another word or base : a word formed by derivation
quintessencethe fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies
ejaculationan act of ejaculating
opaqueblocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity
shadecomparative darkness or obscurity owing to interception of the rays of light
hurtleto move rapidly or forcefully
allayto subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate
transcribeto make a written copy of
profoundhaving intellectual depth and insight