GRE 2 Flashcards
1
Q
ambivalence n.
A
the state of having conflicting emotional attitudes
2
Q
ambrosia n.
A
something delicious; the food of the gods
3
Q
ameliorate v.
A
to improve
4
Q
amenable adj.
A
agreeable; cooperative; suited
5
Q
amenity n.
A
something that increases comfort
6
Q
amulet n.
A
ornament worn as a charm against evil spirits
طلسم، سنگ طلسم
7
Q
anachronism n.
A
something out of the proper time
نا به هنگام
8
Q
analgesic n.
A
painkiller; medication that reduces or eliminates pain
9
Q
analogous adj.
A
comparable
10
Q
anarchy n.
A
absence of government; state of disorder
11
Q
anodyne n.
A
something that calms or soothes pain
12
Q
anomalous adj.
A
irregular; deviating from the norm
13
Q
antecedent n.
A
something that comes before
14
Q
antediluvian adj.
A
prehistoric; very old fashioned
15
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antipathy n.
A
dislike; hostility
