GRE Word List

SLAUGHTER

the act of killing

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

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levythe imposition or collection of an assessment
vitalof the utmost importance
blareto sound loud and strident
motifa usually recurring salient thematic element (as in the arts)
disjointedbeing thrown out of orderly function
capricea sudden, impulsive, and seemingly unmotivated notion or action
fleecethe coat of wool covering a wool-bearing animal (such as a sheep)
vouchto supply supporting evidence or testimony
lushgrowing vigorously especially with luxuriant foliage
homespunspun or made at home