GRE Word List

STYGIAN

of or relating to the river Styx

The meaning of the word stygian is of or relating to the river Styx.

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WordMeaning
prodigiouscausing amazement or wonder
evocativeevoking or tending to evoke an especially emotional response
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revoketo annul by recalling or taking back : rescind
puissanthaving puissance : powerful
withdrawnremoved from immediate contact or easy approach : isolated
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nipto catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch
derelictabandoned especially by the owner or occupant
illuminateto supply or brighten with light