GRE Word List

BRINK

edge

The meaning of the word brink is edge.

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WordMeaning
homagea feudal ceremony by which a man acknowledges himself the vassal of a lord
indemnifyto secure against hurt, loss, or damage
podiuma low wall serving as a foundation or terrace wall: such as
dormantrepresented on a coat of arms in a lying position with the head on the forepaws
convulsionan abnormal violent and involuntary contraction or series of contractions of the muscles
inklinga slight knowledge or vague notion
impartto give, convey, or grant from or as if from a store
circumspectcareful to consider all circumstances and possible consequences : prudent
briman upper or outer margin : verge
witlessdestitute of wit or understanding : foolish