GRE Word List

BRANDISH

to shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly

The meaning of the word brandish is to shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly.

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WordMeaning
mediocreof moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary
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eloquencediscourse marked by force and persuasiveness
causticcapable of destroying or eating away by chemical action : corrosive
retroactiveextending in scope or effect to a prior time or to conditions that existed or originated in the past
devoidbeing without a usual, typical, or expected attribute or accompaniment
misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret
dismemberto cut off or disjoin the limbs, members, or parts of
despota ruler with absolute power and authority
substantiateto give substance or form to : embody