GRE Word List

BALK

to refuse abruptly

The meaning of the word balk is to refuse abruptly.

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WordMeaning
syllogisma deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable")
accostto approach and speak to (someone) in an often challenging or aggressive way
bastarda child born to parents who are not married to each other
saccharineof, relating to, or resembling that of sugar
pensivemusingly or dreamily thoughtful
reprimanda severe or formal reproof
bolstera long pillow or cushion
insinuateto impart or suggest in an artful or indirect way : imply
canarda false or unfounded report or story
compilationthe act or process of compiling