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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| transitory | of brief duration : temporary |
| maroon | a dark red |
| reinstate | to place again (as in possession or in a former position) |
| hurtle | to move rapidly or forcefully |
| doctrinaire | stubbornly or excessively devoted to a doctrine or theory without regard to practical considerations |
| jibe | to be in accord : agree |
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| delusive | likely to delude |
| annex | to attach as a quality, consequence, or condition |
| codify | to reduce to a code |