GRE Word List

GLOAT

to observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight

The meaning of the word gloat is to observe or think about something with triumphant and often malicious satisfaction, gratification, or delight.

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WordMeaning
compulsionan act of compelling
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elicitto call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)
diaphanouscharacterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through
extirpateto destroy completely : wipe out
breachinfraction or violation of a law, obligation, tie, or standard
waylayto lie in wait for or attack (someone) from ambush
contentiona point advanced or maintained in a debate or argument
discernibleable to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned
fidelitythe quality or state of being faithful