GRE Word List

TRIBULATION

distress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution

The meaning of the word tribulation is distress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution.

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WordMeaning
unequivocalleaving no doubt : clear
stalwartmarked by outstanding strength and vigor of body, mind, or spirit
suitorone that petitions or entreats
induceto move by persuasion or influence
restraintan act of restraining : the state of being restrained
hortatoryhortative
disjointedbeing thrown out of orderly function
sticklerone who insists on exactness or completeness in the observance of something
careera profession for which one trains and which is undertaken as a permanent calling
adverseacting against or in a contrary direction : hostile