GRE Word List

SENTINEL

sentry

The meaning of the word sentinel is sentry.

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WordMeaning
accompliceone associated with another especially in wrongdoing
metaphora figure of speech in which a word or phrase literally denoting one kind of object or idea is used in place of another to suggest a likeness or analogy between them (as in drowning in money)
biennialoccurring every two years
deciduousfalling off or shed seasonally or at a certain stage of development in the life cycle
materialisma theory that physical matter is the only or fundamental reality and that all being and processes and phenomena can be explained as manifestations or results of matter (see matter
seditionincitement of resistance to or insurrection against lawful authority
reputableenjoying good repute : held in esteem
aspireto seek to attain or accomplish a particular goal
climeclimate
debauchto corrupt by intemperance or sensuality