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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pontifical | episcopal attire |
| perturb | to cause to be worried or upset : disquiet |
| foil | to prevent from attaining an end : defeat |
| providence | divine guidance or care |
| recess | the action of receding : recession |
| sneak | to go stealthily or furtively : slink |
| variegate | to diversify in external appearance especially with different colors : dapple |
| ruse | a wily subterfuge |
| begrudge | to give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure |
| except | with the exclusion or exception of |