Difficult GRE Words - Group 1

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v. aid, usually in doing something wrong; encourage

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n. suspended action; temporary cessation or suspension

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n. scratch; friction

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a. abolish, do away with, or annul, especially by authority

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a. obscure; profound; difficult to understand.

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n. an old saying, that has obtained credit by long use

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a. skillful and adept under pressing conditions

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n. elevated place or structure before which religious ceremonies may be enacted or upon which sacrifices may be offered

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n. alcoholic beverage taken before a meal as an appetizer

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a. curved or hooked like an eagle's beak