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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| wiggle | to move to and fro with quick jerky or shaking motions : jiggle |
| vigilant | alertly watchful especially to avoid danger |
| fanaticism | fanatic outlook or behavior |
| lurid | causing horror or revulsion : gruesome |
| rejoinder | the defendant's answer to the plaintiff's replication |
| ardor | an often restless or transitory warmth of feeling |
| jubilation | an act of rejoicing : the state of being jubilant |
| ornithologist | a branch of zoology dealing with birds |
| entreat | to plead with especially in order to persuade : ask urgently |
| lackadaisical | lacking life, spirit, or zest : languid |