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
gregarioustending to associate with others of one's kind : social
executiveof or relating to the execution of the laws and the conduct of public and national affairs
scavengeto remove (dirt, refuse, etc.) from an area
briskkeenly alert : lively
choreographythe art of symbolically representing dancing
subversivethe act of subverting : the state of being subverted
rhapsodya portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation
declivitydownward inclination
scrupuloushaving moral integrity : acting in strict regard for what is considered right or proper
menacea show of intention to inflict harm : threat