GRE Word List

BRINK

edge

The meaning of the word brink is edge.

Random words

WordMeaning
riveta headed pin or bolt of metal used for uniting two or more pieces by passing the shank through a hole in each piece and then beating or pressing down the plain end so as to make a second head
mincingaffectedly dainty or delicate
thwartto oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of
preciseexactly or sharply defined or stated
provisionalserving for the time being : temporary
foraya sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid
rhapsodizeto speak or write in a rhapsodic manner
bewitchto influence or affect especially injuriously by witchcraft
surpassto become better, greater, or stronger than : exceed
relentto become less severe, harsh, or strict usually from reasons of humanity