GRE Word List

BLACKBALL

to vote against

The meaning of the word blackball is to vote against.

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WordMeaning
gratuitousnot called for by the circumstances : not necessary, appropriate, or justified : unwarranted
artifactsa usually simple object (such as a tool or ornament) showing human workmanship or modification as distinguished from a natural object
glitterto shine by reflection with many small flashes of brilliant light : sparkle
artfulperformed with or showing art or skill
vieto strive for superiority : contend
uninhibitedfree from inhibition
saturateto satisfy fully : satiate
recidivisma tendency to relapse into a previous condition or mode of behavior
hoodwinkto deceive by false appearance : dupe
habituateto make used to something : accustom