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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| consecrate | dedicated to a sacred purpose |
| vicar | an ecclesiastical agent: such as |
| upbraid | to criticize severely : find fault with |
| sedate | keeping a quiet steady attitude or pace : unruffled |
| disquietude | anxiety |
| glib | showing little forethought or preparation : offhand |
| caustic | capable of destroying or eating away by chemical action : corrosive |
| flutter | to flap the wings rapidly |
| timidity | lacking in courage or self-confidence |
| sophomoric | conceited and overconfident of knowledge but poorly informed and immature |