GRE Word List
RUNIC
mysterious; set down in an ancient alphabet; N. rune: one of the letters of an alphabet used by ancient Germanic peoples (cut on stone or wood); magic charm
The meaning of the word runic is mysterious; set down in an ancient alphabet; N. rune: one of the letters of an alphabet used by ancient Germanic peoples (cut on stone or wood); magic charm.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| duress | forcible restraint, especially unlawfully; coercion by threat; illegal coercion; Ex. a promise made under duress |
| scruple | hesitate for ethical reasons; fret about; Ex. She did not scruple to read his diary; N: uneasy feeling arising from conscience; conscience |
| proponent | supporter; backer; opposite of opponent |
| ensconce | settle comfortably; place comfortably (in a secure place) |
| opulence | extreme wealth; luxuriousness; abundance; ADJ. opulent: possessing great wealth; abundant |
| rider | amendment or clause added to a legislative bill |
| consort | associate with; keep company; N: husband or wife (or a ruler) |
| pedant | scholar who overemphasizes book learning, trivial details of learning, or technicalities |
| holocaust | destruction by fire; CF. burnt whole; CF. Holocaust |
| lunatic | insane; Ex. lunatic asylum |