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

WordMeaning
deadlocka state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill
palpitateto beat rapidly and strongly : throb
grudgeto be unwilling to give or admit : give or allow reluctantly or resentfully
reminiscenceapprehension of a Platonic idea as if it had been known in a previous existence
incantationa use of spells or verbal charms spoken or sung as a part of a ritual of magic
profligatewildly extravagant
amendto put right
impassea predicament affording no obvious escape
artificeclever or artful skill : ingenuity
resignationan act or instance of resigning something : surrender