GRE Word List
ACCOST
to approach and speak to (someone) in an often challenging or aggressive way
The meaning of the word accost is to approach and speak to (someone) in an often challenging or aggressive way.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| bearing | the manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear |
| lethargic | of, relating to, or characterized by laziness or lack of energy : feeling or affected by lethargy : sluggish |
| accost | to approach and speak to (someone) in an often challenging or aggressive way |
| subaltern | particular with reference to a related universal proposition |
| ciliated | possessing cilia |
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| assent | to agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur |
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