GRE Word List

BERATE

to scold or condemn vehemently and at length

The meaning of the word berate is to scold or condemn vehemently and at length.

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WordMeaning
elicitto call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)
residuesomething that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant
redressto set right : remedy
noosea loop with a slipknot that binds closer the more it is drawn
circleta little circle
syntheticrelating to or involving synthesis : not analytic
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infringeto encroach upon in a way that violates law or the rights of another
togathe loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome