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
restraintan act of restraining : the state of being restrained
imprecationcurse
ingrainedforming a part of the essence or inmost being : deep-seated
timorousof a timid disposition : fearful
imploreto make an earnest request to (someone) : beg
metropolisthe chief or capital city of a country, state, or region
overweeningarrogant
harassexhaust
capacitylegal competency (see competence
divineof, relating to, or proceeding directly from God (see god