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.

Random words

WordMeaning
lacklusterlacking in sheen, brilliance, or vitality : dull
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salaciousarousing or appealing to sexual desire or imagination
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discounta reduction made from the gross (see gross
whineto utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry
pandemoniuma wild uproar (as because of anger or excitement in a crowd of people)
boona timely benefit : blessing
disheartento cause to lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage : to cause to lose spirit or morale