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
encroachmentto enter by gradual steps or by stealth into the possessions or rights of another
confluencea coming or flowing together, meeting, or gathering at one point
averto declare positively
elusivetending to elude: such as
verbosecontaining more words than necessary : wordy
obstreperousmarked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous
probea slender medical instrument used especially for exploration (as of a wound or body cavity)
brackishsomewhat salty
incrementthe amount or degree by which something changes
occludeto close up or block off : obstruct