GRE Word List
AMBUSH
to attack by surprise from a hidden place : waylay
The meaning of the word ambush is to attack by surprise from a hidden place : waylay.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| plenary | complete in every respect : absolute |
| whimsy | whim |
| bolster | a long pillow or cushion |
| provident | frugal |
| heinous | hatefully or shockingly evil : abominable |
| vain | having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited |
| limn | to draw or paint on a surface |
| apropos | being both relevant and opportune |
| insubstantial | not substantial: such as |
| lineage | descent in a line from a common progenitor |