GRE Word List
APPREHEND
arrest
The meaning of the word apprehend is arrest.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| precinct | a part of a territory with definite bounds or functions often established for administrative purposes : district |
| shangri-la | a remote beautiful imaginary place where life approaches perfection : utopia |
| taunt | to reproach or challenge in a mocking or insulting manner : jeer at |
| incriminate | to charge with or show evidence or proof of involvement in a crime or fault |
| decant | to draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers |
| incontinent | not continent: such as |
| lap | a loose overlapping or hanging panel or flap especially of a garment |
| debunk | to expose the sham (see sham |
| ablution | the washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite) |
| servile | of or befitting a menial position |