GRE Word List
VIGNETTE
a picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper
The meaning of the word vignette is a picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| opiate | an alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance |
| confidant | one to whom secrets are entrusted |
| antiquity | ancient times |
| benign | of a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life |
| antidote | a remedy to counteract the effects of poison |
| relevant | having significant and demonstrable bearing on the matter at hand |
| chauvinist | an attitude of superiority toward members of the opposite sex |
| commemorative | intended as a commemoration |
| chorus | a company of singers and dancers in Athenian drama participating in or commenting on the action |
| apparition | an unusual or unexpected sight : phenomenon |