GRE Word List

SLAUGHTER

the act of killing

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

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WordMeaning
prototypean original model on which something is patterned : archetype
concertedmutually contrived or agreed on
anomalysomething different, abnormal, peculiar, or not easily classified : something anomalous
distillto let fall, exude, or precipitate (see precipitate
precipitateto throw violently : hurl
agapewide open : gaping
engagingtending to draw favorable attention or interest : attractive
civilof or relating to citizens
heedlessnot taking heed : inconsiderate
presumeto undertake without leave or clear justification : dare