GRE Word List
AVENGE
to take vengeance for or on behalf of
The meaning of the word avenge is to take vengeance for or on behalf of.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| solicitous | manifesting or expressing solicitude |
| preclude | to make impossible by necessary consequence : rule out in advance |
| sneak | to go stealthily or furtively : slink |
| transcribe | to make a written copy of |
| adjourn | to suspend indefinitely or until a later stated time |
| colossal | of, relating to, or resembling a colossus |
| reprove | to scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent |
| vainglorious | marked by vainglory : boastful |
| prohibitive | tending to prohibit or restrain |
| limbo | an abode of souls that are according to Roman Catholic theology barred from heaven because of not having received Christian baptism |