GRE Word List

BEHOOVE

to be necessary, proper, or advantageous for

The meaning of the word behoove is to be necessary, proper, or advantageous for.

Random words

WordMeaning
oddsthe probability that one thing is so or will happen rather than another : chances
carnagethe flesh of slain animals or humans
pathologicalof or relating to pathology
abetto actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan)
forbearancea refraining from the enforcement of something (such as a debt, right, or obligation) that is due
manaclea shackle for the hand or wrist : handcuff
postulatedemand
supplicateto make a humble entreaty
instigateto goad or urge forward : provoke
menacea show of intention to inflict harm : threat