GRE Word List

TALISMAN

an object held to act as a charm to avert evil and bring good fortune

The meaning of the word talisman is an object held to act as a charm to avert evil and bring good fortune.

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WordMeaning
compactpredominantly formed or filled : composed
placidserenely free of interruption or disturbance
leniencythe quality or state of being lenient
impingeencroach
foistto introduce or insert surreptitiously or without warrant
unfetterto free from fetters
preyan animal taken by a predator as food
enamoredaffected by strong feelings of love, admiration, or fascination
lardera place where food is stored : pantry
indulgeto yield to the desire of : humor