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.

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WordMeaning
absolveto set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt
opprobriumsomething that brings disgrace
retardto delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment
vibrantpulsating with life, vigor, or activity
unearthlynot earthly: such as
conciliatoryintended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate
floutto treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn
nebulaany of numerous clouds of gas or dust in interstellar space
callousbeing hardened and thickened
enlivento give life, action, or spirit to : animate