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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elasticcapable of recovering size and shape after deformation
mishapan unfortunate accident
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unintimidatingnot causing a feeling of fear or timidity : not intimidating
aliasotherwise called : otherwise known as
whetto sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)
eulogistica commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased
heedto pay attention
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