GRE Word List
BURGEON
to send forth new growth (such as buds or branches) : sprout
The meaning of the word burgeon is to send forth new growth (such as buds or branches) : sprout.
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| Word | Meaning |
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| exasperate | to cause irritation or annoyance to |
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| list | a simple series of words or numerals (such as the names of persons or objects) |
| impediment | something that impedes |
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| propensity | an often intense natural inclination or preference |
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| yore | time past and especially long past |
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