GRE Word List
ACCLAIM
applaud
The meaning of the word acclaim is applaud.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| magistrate | an official entrusted with administration of the laws: such as |
| consanguinity | the quality or state of being consanguineous |
| dogmatic | characterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts |
| encompass | include |
| curmudgeon | a crusty, ill-tempered, and usually old man |
| tether | a line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement |
| benign | of a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life |
| pitfall | trap |
| imprudent | not prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment |
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