GRE Word List
ASSAIL
to attack violently : assault
The meaning of the word assail is to attack violently : assault.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| epic | a long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero |
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| hegemony | preponderant influence or authority over others : domination |
| fake | not true, real, or genuine : counterfeit |
| usurp | to seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right |
| seethe | to suffer violent internal excitement |
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| geniality | marked by or freely expressing sympathy or friendliness |
| collate | to compare critically |
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