GRE Word List

THROES

pang

The meaning of the word throes is pang.

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WordMeaning
timorousof a timid disposition : fearful
allegorythe expression by means of symbolic fictional figures and actions of truths or generalizations about human existence
piecemealone piece at a time : gradually
conjureto charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly
institutionan established organization or corporation (such as a bank or university) especially of a public character
implicateto bring into intimate or incriminating connection
preludean introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter
protegeone who is protected or trained or whose career is furthered by a person of experience, prominence, or influence
seismicof, subject to, or caused by an earthquake
hiatusa break in or as if in a material object : gap