GRE Word List
BULWARK
a solid wall-like structure raised for defense : rampart
The meaning of the word bulwark is a solid wall-like structure raised for defense : rampart.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| sect | a dissenting or schismatic religious body |
| patronize | to act as patron of : provide aid or support for |
| rife | prevalent especially to an increasing degree |
| commiserate | to feel or express sympathy : condole |
| verbose | containing more words than necessary : wordy |
| grumble | to mutter in discontent |
| context | the parts of a discourse that surround a word or passage and can throw light on its meaning |
| impugn | to assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity |
| disinterested | not having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged |
| ramify | to split up into branches or constituent parts |