GRE Word List
BEGUILE
hoodwink
The meaning of the word beguile is hoodwink.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| motley | variegated in color |
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| diatribe | a bitter and abusive speech or piece of writing |
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| cameo | a gem carved in relief (see relief |
| stealth | a cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection |
| sift | to put through a sieve |