GRE Word List

ADVERT

to turn the mind or attention

The meaning of the word advert is to turn the mind or attention.

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WordMeaning
implodeto burst inward
dissipateto break up and drive off
wrytwist
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enunciateto make a definite or systematic statement of
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adornto enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects
disbandto break up the organization of : dissolve
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