boon: blessing, benefit

The recent rains that filled our empty reservoirs were a boon to the whole community. GRE Word of the Day – AnasImtiaz.com – 01/02/2008
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tepid: lukeware

During the summer, I like to take a tepid bath, not a hot one. GRE Word of the Day – AnasImtiaz.com – 31/01/2008
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sleight: dexterity

The magician amazed the audience with his sleight of hand. GRE Word of the Day – AnasImtiaz.com – 30/01/2008
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propitiate: appease

The natives offered sacrifices to propitiate the gods. GRE Word of the Day – AnasImtiaz.com – 29/01/2008
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gargantuan: huge, enormous

The gargantuan wrestler was terrified of mice. GRE Word of the Day – AnasImtiaz.com – 27/01/2008
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precocious: advanced in development

Listening to the grown-up way the child discussed serious topics, we couldn’t help remarking how precocious she was. GRE Word of the Day – AnasImtiaz.com – 27/01/2008
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