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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| Word | Meaning |
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| enlist | to secure the support and aid of : employ in advancing an interest |
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| colossal | of, relating to, or resembling a colossus |
| vain | having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited |
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| stench | stink |
| grovel | to creep with the face to the ground : crawl |
| consternation | amazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion |
| environ | encircle |
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