GRE Word List

CATAPULT

an ancient military device for hurling missiles

The meaning of the word catapult is an ancient military device for hurling missiles.

Random words

WordMeaning
coteriean intimate and often exclusive group of persons with a unifying common interest or purpose
secessionwithdrawal into privacy or solitude : retirement
ramifyto split up into branches or constituent parts
unfledgednot feathered : not ready for flight
sleeperone that sleeps
desultorymarked by lack of definite plan, regularity, or purpose
protrudeto jut out from the surrounding surface or context
zealeagerness and ardent interest in pursuit of something : fervor
prodto thrust a pointed instrument into : prick
rejuvenateto make young or youthful again : give new vigor to