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
tangentialtouching lightly : incidental
malingererto pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work)
bandyto discuss lightly or banteringly
luxuriantyielding abundantly : fertile
titanichaving great magnitude, force, or power : colossal
reprieveto delay the punishment of (someone, such as a condemned prisoner)
perjurythe voluntary violation of an oath or vow either by swearing to what is untrue or by omission to do what has been promised under oath : false swearing
uncannyseeming to have a supernatural character or origin : eerie
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
condimentssomething used to enhance the flavor of food