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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| monolithic | of, relating to, or resembling a monolith : huge |
| ostensible | intended for display : open to view |
| rally | to muster for a common purpose |
| opulence | wealth |
| torrid | parched with heat especially of the sun : hot |
| moodiness | subject to depression : gloomy |
| ventriloquist | one who uses or is skilled in ventriloquism |
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| supercilious | coolly and patronizingly haughty |
| placate | to soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease |