GRE Word List
CAPSIZE
(of a boat) turn over
The meaning of the word capsize is (of a boat) turn over.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| rationalize | make rational; devise false reasons for (one's behavior); offer an excuse; give a plausible reason for an action in place of a true, less admirable ones; N. rationalization |
| perquisite | any gain above stipulated salary; Ex. perquisites such as free meals and a car |
| intrepid | fearless |
| assurance | firm statement that something is certainly true; promise or pledge; certainty; confidence in one's own ability; self-confidence; Ex. In spite of all his assurances, he did not come back; Ex. assurance of his loyalty; Ex. The teacher lacked assurance in fron of his class; V. assure; tell firmly with confidence; ensure; make (something) certain to heappen; make (someone) feel sure; give confidence to; ADJ. assured: self-assured; confident in one's own ability; showing certainty |
| garish | overbright in color; unpleasantly bright; gaudy |
| impeach | charge (a public official) with crime in office; raise doubts about; indict; Ex. impeach a witness's credibility |
| convivial | pleasantly merry; festive; joyous; gay; characterized by joviality; jovial |
| amble | walking at an easy unhurried pace; V: walk slowly and aimlessly |
| predilection | preference; partiality |
| suckle | give or take milk at the breast or udder |
