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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| simulate | to give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate |
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| incandescent | white, glowing, or luminous with intense heat |
| piecemeal | one piece at a time : gradually |
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| gross | glaringly noticeable usually because of inexcusable badness or objectionableness |
| exult | to be extremely joyful : rejoice |
| ken | the range of perception, understanding, or knowledge |
| toga | the loose outer garment worn in public by citizens of ancient Rome |
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