GRE Word List

BRINK

edge

The meaning of the word brink is edge.

Random words

WordMeaning
fissurea narrow opening or crack of considerable length and depth usually occurring from some breaking or parting
concessionthe act or an instance of conceding (as by granting something as a right, accepting something as true, or acknowledging defeat)
distraughtagitated with doubt or mental conflict or pain
seminaryan environment in which something originates and from which it is propagated
vivisectionthe cutting of or operation on a living animal usually for physiological or pathological investigation
natationthe action or art of swimming
lewdobscene
onomatopoeiathe naming of a thing or action by a vocal imitation of the sound associated with it (such as buzz, hiss)
pacifistan adherent to pacifism : someone who opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes
fabricateinvent