GRE Word List
CAUTERIZE
to sear with a cautery or caustic
The meaning of the word cauterize is to sear with a cautery or caustic.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| natty | trimly neat and tidy : smart |
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| evince | to constitute outward evidence of |
| apologist | someone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism |
| fidelity | the quality or state of being faithful |
| submissive | submitting to others |
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| reciprocal | inversely related : opposite |
| gruff | rough, brusque, or stern in manner, speech, or aspect |
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