GRE Word List

VICARIOUS

experienced or realized through imaginative or sympathetic participation in the experience of another

The meaning of the word vicarious is experienced or realized through imaginative or sympathetic participation in the experience of another.

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WordMeaning
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impedimentsomething that impedes
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lumberto move ponderously
disbarto expel from the bar or the legal profession : deprive (an attorney) of legal status and privileges
charmthe chanting or reciting of a magic spell : incantation
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bidto offer (a price) whether for payment or acceptance
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coiffurea style or manner of arranging the hair