GRE Word List

AVERT

to turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance

The meaning of the word avert is to turn away or aside (the eyes, one's gaze, etc.) in avoidance.

Random words

WordMeaning
defiancethe act or an instance of defying : challenge
mottoa sentence, phrase, or word inscribed on something as appropriate to or indicative of its character or use
untenablenot able to be defended
stoketo poke or stir up (a fire, flames, etc.) : supply with fuel
amputateto remove by or as if by cutting
rubrican authoritative rule
jeopardizeto expose to danger or risk : imperil
windfallsomething (such as a tree or fruit) blown down by the wind
valorstrength of mind or spirit that enables a person to encounter danger with firmness : personal bravery
reclineto cause or permit to incline backwards