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
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defrockto deprive of the right to exercise the functions of office
braga pompous or boastful statement
compulsionan act of compelling
actuarialof or relating to actuaries
covetousmarked by inordinate desire for wealth or possessions or for another's possessions
metersystematically arranged and measured rhythm (see rhythm
preponderancea superiority in weight, power, importance, or strength
enraptureto fill with delight