GRE Word List

ULCER

a break in skin or mucous membrane with loss of surface tissue, disintegration and necrosis of epithelial tissue, and often pus

The meaning of the word ulcer is a break in skin or mucous membrane with loss of surface tissue, disintegration and necrosis of epithelial tissue, and often pus.

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WordMeaning
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extolto praise highly : glorify
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feasiblecapable of being done or carried out
apotheosisthe perfect form or example of something : quintessence
sprightlymarked by a gay lightness and vivacity : spirited
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enervatelacking physical, mental, or moral vigor : enervated
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