GRE Word List

SCINTILLATE

to emit sparks : spark

The meaning of the word scintillate is to emit sparks : spark.

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WordMeaning
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elysianof or relating to Elysium
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artfulperformed with or showing art or skill
niggardlygrudgingly mean about spending or granting : begrudging
amityfriendship
encomiasticone that praises : eulogist
inamorataa woman with whom one is in love or has intimate relations
luxuriateto grow profusely : thrive
humusa brown or black complex variable material resulting from partial decomposition of plant or animal matter and forming the organic (see organic