GRE Word List

VORTEX

something that resembles a whirlpool

The meaning of the word vortex is something that resembles a whirlpool.

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interdicta Roman Catholic ecclesiastical censure withdrawing most sacraments and Christian burial from a person or district
parochialof or relating to a church parish
embitterto excite bitter feelings in
conjureto charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly
rubrican authoritative rule
fiascoa complete failure
resuscitateto revive from apparent death or from unconsciousness
shimmerto shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer
well-bredhaving or displaying the politeness and good manners associated especially with people of high social class
cameoa gem carved in relief (see relief