GRE Word List
BALK
to refuse abruptly
The meaning of the word balk is to refuse abruptly.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| expenditure | the act or process of expending |
| witticism | a cleverly witty and often biting or ironic remark |
| brunt | the principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack) |
| foment | to promote the growth or development of : rouse |
| collusion | secret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose |
| compulsory | mandatory |
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| murmur | a half-suppressed or muttered complaint : grumbling |
| impending | occurring or likely to occur soon : upcoming |