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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| protagonist | the principal character in a literary work (such as a drama or story) |
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| purport | to have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred) |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |
| withstand | to stand up against : oppose with firm determination |
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| augury | divination from auspices (see auspice |
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| vantage | a position giving a strategic advantage, commanding perspective, or comprehensive view |