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
arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
gloatto observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight
blotchto mark or mar with blotches
chassisthe supporting frame of a structure (such as an automobile or television)
plenarycomplete in every respect : absolute
boostto push or shove up from below
debauchto corrupt by intemperance or sensuality
temperatehaving a moderate climate which especially lacks extremes in temperature
intolerantunable or unwilling to endure
manumitto release from slavery