GRE Word List

SCINTILLATE

to emit sparks : spark

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

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WordMeaning
manifestoa written statement declaring publicly the intentions, motives, or views of its issuer
academicof, relating to, or associated with an academy or school especially of higher learning
presagesomething that foreshadows or portends a future event : omen
pretensionan allegation of doubtful value : pretext
apogeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is at the greatest distance from the center of the earth
invincibleincapable of being conquered, overcome, or subdued
forlornbereft
skeptican adherent or advocate of skepticism
cumulativeincreasing by successive additions
catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art