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.

Random words

WordMeaning
evinceto constitute outward evidence of
loutto bow in respect
inquisitivegiven to examination or investigation
dooma law or ordinance especially in Anglo-Saxon England
genericrelating to or characteristic of a whole group or class : general
ultimatuma final proposition, condition, or demand
partitionthe action of parting : the state of being parted : division
daintysomething delicious to the taste
swellto expand (as in size, volume, or numbers) gradually beyond a normal or original limit
exorciseto expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration