GRE Word List

BOMBARDMENT

a late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones

The meaning of the word bombardment is a late medieval cannon used to hurl large stones.

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WordMeaning
redoubtablecausing fear or alarm : formidable
zealota zealous person
jumbleto move in a confused or disordered manner
mitigateto cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify
extrudeto force, press, or push out
unerringlycommitting no error : faultless
jeopardizeto expose to danger or risk : imperil
apotheosisthe perfect form or example of something : quintessence
lustera glow of reflected light : sheen
sojourna temporary stay