GRE Word List
APPREHEND
arrest
The meaning of the word apprehend is arrest.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| somatic | of, relating to, or affecting the body especially as distinguished from the germplasm |
| prophylactic | guarding from or preventing the spread or occurrence of disease or infection |
| epithet | a characterizing word or phrase accompanying or occurring in place of the name of a person or thing |
| foray | a sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid |
| roster | a roll or list of personnel |
| autopsy | an examination of a body after death to determine the cause of death or the character and extent of changes produced by disease |
| knell | a stroke or sound of a bell especially when rung slowly (as for a death, funeral, or disaster) |
| slink | to go or move stealthily or furtively (as in fear or shame) : steal |
| carafe | a bottle with a flaring lip used to hold beverages and especially wine |
| jurisdiction | the power, right, or authority to interpret and apply the law |