GRE Vocabulary:diabolic

1.  diabolic 

    His dark clothing and makeup -- not to mention the raven on his shoulder -- gave him a diabolic appearance

    (extrenely evil or cruel; expressive of cruelty or befitting hell)

2.  viscid 

    Honey is a sweet, viscid liquid that is made by honeybees

    (Having the properties of glue)

3.  barrage

    We received a barrage of letters after the event.

    (a great amout of something that comes quickly and continuously)

4.  disgorge  

    The subway disgorged a crowd of commuters.

    (to empty whatever is in the stomach through the mouth)

5.  condone

    The shop owner condoned  the beggar's theft.

    (to forgive or approve (something that is considered wrong) )

    (to allow (something that is considered wrong) to continue)

6.  satiate

    The man satiates his thirst with a glass of water. 

    (to satisfy (a need,desire,etc.) fully)

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