GRE Word List
TOTEM
an object (such as an animal or plant) serving as the emblem of a family or clan and often as a reminder of its ancestry
The meaning of the word totem is an object (such as an animal or plant) serving as the emblem of a family or clan and often as a reminder of its ancestry.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pendulous | poised without visible support |
| cavil | to raise trivial and frivolous objection |
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| repository | a place, room, or container where something is deposited or stored : depository |
| satirical | of, relating to, or constituting satire |
| onomatopoeia | the naming of a thing or action by a vocal imitation of the sound associated with it (such as buzz, hiss) |
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| archaeology | the scientific study of material remains (such as tools, pottery, jewelry, stone walls, and monuments) of past human life and activities |
| wrath | strong vengeful anger or indignation |
| healthy | enjoying good health |