GRE Word List
BOOST
to push or shove up from below
The meaning of the word boost is to push or shove up from below.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| repulsion | the action of repulsing : the state of being repulsed |
| incredulity | the quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief |
| incentive | something that incites or has a tendency to incite to determination or action |
| pinch | to squeeze between the finger and thumb or between the jaws of an instrument |
| scholarly | of, characteristic of, or suitable to learned persons : learned |
| chaste | innocent of unlawful sexual intercourse |
| revile | to subject to verbal abuse : vituperate |
| gracious | marked by kindness and courtesy |
| flippant | lacking proper respect or seriousness |
| mute | unable to speak : lacking the power of speech |