GRE Word List
APPEASE
pacify or soothe; Ex. appease a crying baby; N. appeasement
The meaning of the word appease is pacify or soothe; Ex. appease a crying baby; N. appeasement.
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leaven | add leaven to; cause to rise or grow lighter; enliven; N: agent, such as yeast, that causes dough to rise (by fermentation); element that lightens or enlivens |
sneak | move, give, or take in a quiet, stealthy way; N: one who sneaks; ADJ. sneaky |
abrasive | rubbing away; tending to grind down |
inanimate | lifeless; not animate |
illicit | illegal |
serrated | having a sawtoothed edge; Ex. serrated leaf |
sodden | thoroughly soaked; dull or stupid as if from drink |
solitude | state of being alone; seclusion; ADJ. solitary: existing or living alone (esp. by choice); remote or secluded; single; sole; Ex. solitary life/inn; Ex. no solitary piece of proof |
beneficial | helpful; useful; advantageous |
procurement | obtaining; V. procure: obtain by effort; obtain (a prostitute) for another |