GRE Word List
YORE
time past and especially long past
The meaning of the word yore is time past and especially long past.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| abominable | worthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable |
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| acidulous | somewhat acid or harsh in taste or manner |
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| disinter | to take out of the grave or tomb |
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