GRE Word List
ACTUATE
to put into mechanical action or motion
The meaning of the word actuate is to put into mechanical action or motion.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sophisticated | deprived of native or original simplicity: such as |
| lagoon | a shallow sound, channel, or pond near or communicating with a larger body of water |
| talisman | an object held to act as a charm to avert evil and bring good fortune |
| illuminate | to supply or brighten with light |
| contagion | a contagious disease |
| asylum | an inviolable place of refuge and protection giving shelter to criminals and debtors : sanctuary |
| vex | to bring trouble, distress, or agitation to |
| yen | a strong desire or propensity |
| bemoan | to express deep grief or distress over |
| clairvoyant | having clairvoyance : able to see beyond the range of ordinary perception |