GRE Word List
DISTRACT
to draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time
The meaning of the word distract is to draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| sententious | given to or abounding in aphoristic expression |
| berate | to scold or condemn vehemently and at length |
| writ | something written : writing |
| cavalier | marked by or given to offhand and often disdainful (see disdain |
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