GRE Word List

WISP

a small handful (as of hay or straw)

The meaning of the word wisp is a small handful (as of hay or straw).

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WordMeaning
solicitorone that solicits
aperturean opening or open space : hole
confidencea feeling or consciousness of one's powers or of reliance on one's circumstances
nonplusa state of bafflement or perplexity : quandary
benefactorsomeone or something that provides help or an advantage : one that confers a benefit
hypnosisa trancelike state that resembles sleep but is induced by a person whose suggestions are readily accepted by the subject
impairto diminish in function, ability, or quality : to weaken or make worse
dooma law or ordinance especially in Anglo-Saxon England
denominationan act of denominating
virtuosoone who excels in the technique of an art