GRE Word List

SEVER

to put or keep apart : divide

The meaning of the word sever is to put or keep apart : divide.

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WordMeaning
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charismaa personal magic of leadership arousing special popular loyalty or enthusiasm for a public figure (such as a political leader)
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avantgardegroup of artists whose work is based on the newest ideas and methods; CF. vanguard
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