GRE Word List
VIGIL
the act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary
The meaning of the word vigil is the act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| abominate | to hate or loathe intensely : abhor |
| sect | a dissenting or schismatic religious body |
| indecision | a wavering between two or more possible courses of action : irresolution |
| venison | the edible flesh of a game animal and especially a deer |
| adroit | having or showing skill, cleverness, or resourcefulness in handling situations |
| complacency | self-satisfaction especially when accompanied by unawareness of actual dangers or deficiencies |
| riveting | having the power to fix the attention : engrossing |
| bluster | to talk or act with noisy swaggering threats |
| spangle | a small plate of shining metal or plastic used for ornamentation especially on clothing |
| obligatory | binding in law or conscience |