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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WordMeaning
inveterateconfirmed in a habit : habitual
leveea reception held by a person of distinction on rising from bed
prescienceforeknowledge of events:
accretionthe process of growth or enlargement by a gradual buildup: such as
simplisticexcessively simple or simplified : treating a problem or subject with false simplicity by omitting or ignoring complicating factors or details
unsightlynot pleasing to the sight : not comely
equilibriuma state of intellectual or emotional balance : poise
conciliatoryintended to gain goodwill or favor or to reduce hostility : tending or intended to conciliate
prudentcharacterized by, arising from, or showing prudence: such as
unsulliednot soiled or tarnished : not sullied