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

WordMeaning
parallelextending in the same direction, everywhere equidistant (see equidistant
misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret
aquilinecurving like an eagle's beak
affirmationthe act of affirming
hazardousinvolving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm)
gustthe sensation of taste
jibeto be in accord : agree
endueprovide
impenitentnot penitent
nauseouscausing nausea or disgust : nauseating