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.
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|---|---|
| climactic | of, relating to, or constituting a climax |
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| practical | of, relating to, or manifested in practice or action : not theoretical or ideal |
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| remote | separated by an interval or space greater than usual |
| outfit | the act of fitting out or equipping (as for a voyage or expedition) |
| diadem | crown |
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| ponderous | of very great weight |
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