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 |
|---|---|
| prosperous | auspicious |
| dissident | disagreeing especially with an established religious or political system, organization, or belief |
| aviary | a place for keeping birds confined |
| orgy | secret ceremonial rites held in honor of an ancient Greek or Roman deity and usually characterized by ecstatic singing and dancing |
| calumny | a misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation |
| warren | a place legally authorized for keeping small game (such as hare or pheasant) |
| mealymouthed | not plain and straightforward : devious |
| loathe | to dislike greatly and often with disgust or intolerance : detest |
| affable | being pleasant and at ease in talking to others |
| piebald | composed of incongruous parts |