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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| distinct | distinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete |
| touching | capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion |
| ascetic | practicing strict self-denial as a measure of personal and especially spiritual discipline |
| confiscate | appropriated by the government : forfeited |
| juggernaut | a massive inexorable force, campaign, movement, or object that crushes whatever is in its path |
| writ | something written : writing |
| disengage | to release from something that engages or involves |
| cataract | a clouding of the lens of the eye or of its surrounding transparent membrane that obstructs the passage of light |
| composure | a calmness or repose especially of mind, bearing, or appearance : self-possession |
| sluggish | averse to activity or exertion : indolent |