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
canvassto go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments
insularitycharacteristic of an isolated people
doctrinairestubbornly or excessively devoted to a doctrine or theory without regard to practical considerations
vulnerablecapable of being physically or emotionally wounded
tritehackneyed or boring from much use : not fresh or original
bedizento dress or adorn gaudily
raspto rub with something rough
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
figurativerepresenting by a figure or resemblance : emblematic
tillerone that tills : cultivator