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 |
|---|---|
| retaliate | to return like for like |
| seasonable | suitable to the season or circumstances : timely |
| high-flown | exceedingly or excessively high or favorable |
| rabble | a disorganized or confused collection of things |
| incriminate | to charge with or show evidence or proof of involvement in a crime or fault |
| skulk | to move in a stealthy or furtive manner |
| excoriate | to wear off the skin of : abrade |
| temporal | of or relating to time as opposed to eternity |
| talisman | an object held to act as a charm to avert evil and bring good fortune |
| cavalcade | a procession (see procession |