GRE Word List

BRUNT

the principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack)

The meaning of the word brunt is the principal force, shock, or stress (as of an attack).

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WordMeaning
preludean introductory performance, action, or event preceding and preparing for the principal or a more important matter
presentimenta feeling that something will or is about to happen : premonition
seedycontaining or full of seeds
blueof the color whose hue is that of the clear sky : of the color blue (see blue
atoneto make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome
celestialof, relating to, or suggesting heaven or divinity
witlessdestitute of wit or understanding : foolish
squatto cause (oneself) to crouch or sit on the ground
lanknot well filled out : slender
plenitudethe quality or state of being full : completeness