GRE Word List

APPREHEND

arrest

The meaning of the word apprehend is arrest.

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WordMeaning
phobiaan exaggerated usually inexplicable and illogical fear of a particular object, class of objects, or situation
lollto hang loosely or laxly : droop
comprehendto grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of
despondentfeeling or showing extreme discouragement, dejection, or depression
winsomegenerally pleasing and engaging often because of a childlike charm and innocence
covertnot openly shown, engaged in, or avowed : veiled
spartana native or inhabitant of ancient Sparta
gullibleeasily duped or cheated
aegisa shield or breastplate emblematic of majesty that was associated with Zeus and Athena
enfranchiseto set free (as from slavery)