GRE Word List
SHADE
comparative darkness or obscurity owing to interception of the rays of light
The meaning of the word shade is comparative darkness or obscurity owing to interception of the rays of light.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| affliction | a cause of persistent pain or distress |
| ambulatory | able to walk about and not bedridden |
| balmy | having the qualities of balm : soothing |
| noisome | noxious |
| hummock | a rounded knoll or hillock |
| nectar | the drink of the Greek and Roman gods |
| repulsion | the action of repulsing : the state of being repulsed |
| incubus | an evil spirit that lies on persons in their sleep |
| orator | one who delivers an oration |
| relinquish | to withdraw or retreat from : leave behind |