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.

Random words

WordMeaning
irreverencelack of reverence
earthyof, relating to, or consisting of earth
bugabooan imaginary object of fear
gistessence; main point; substance
milieuthe physical or social setting in which something occurs or develops : environment
ingrainedforming a part of the essence or inmost being : deep-seated
gruntto utter a grunt
penumbraa space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light
percussionthe act of percussing: such as
unexceptionablenot open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable