GRE Word List

SLAUGHTER

the act of killing

The meaning of the word slaughter is the act of killing.

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opaqueblocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity
uproara state of commotion, excitement, or violent disturbance
grottocave
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civilof or relating to citizens
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