GRE Word List

ADVOCATE

one who defends or maintains a cause or proposal

The meaning of the word advocate is one who defends or maintains a cause or proposal.

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WordMeaning
dregssediment contained in a liquid or precipitated (see precipitate
waverto vacillate irresolutely between choices : fluctuate in opinion, allegiance, or direction
tempestuousof, relating to, or resembling a tempest : turbulent
elatedmarked by high spirits : exultant
promulgateto make (an idea, belief, etc.) known to many people by open declaration : proclaim
mockto treat with contempt or ridicule : deride
decorousmarked by propriety and good taste : correct
parcheddeprived of natural moisture
primethe second of the canonical hours
recantto withdraw or repudiate (a statement or belief) formally and publicly : renounce