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
dissonancelack of agreement
chasma deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge
amorousstrongly moved by love and especially sexual love
brocadea rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver
stigmaa mark of shame or discredit : stain
mercenaryone that serves merely for wages
vexto bring trouble, distress, or agitation to
idlenot occupied or employed: such as
ostracizeto exile by ostracism
adhereto hold fast or stick by or as if by gluing, suction, grasping, or fusing