GRE Word List

SLAUGHTER

the act of killing

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

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defameto harm the reputation of by communicating false statements about : to harm the reputation of by libel (see libel
preeminenthaving paramount rank, dignity, or importance : outstanding
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mettlevigor and strength of spirit or temperament (see temperament
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tickleto touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements
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