GRE Word List

ALLUDE

to make indirect reference

The meaning of the word allude is to make indirect reference.

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WordMeaning
winceto shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) : flinch
decoya pond into which wildfowl are lured for capture
stereotypeto make a stereotype from
rakean implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground
chasteinnocent of unlawful sexual intercourse
monumentalserving as or resembling a monument : massive
climeclimate
stunto make senseless, groggy, or dizzy by or as if by a blow : daze
trinketa small ornament (such as a jewel or ring)
crotchetygiven to crotchets (see crotchet