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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|---|---|
| obstinate | stubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion |
| abject | sunk to or existing in a low state or condition : very bad or severe |
| swear-word | word considered offensive; Ex. ``bloody'' |
| arsenal | an establishment for the manufacture or storage of arms and military equipment |
| incisive | impressively direct and decisive (as in manner or presentation) |
| repast | something taken as food : meal |
| bravado | blustering swaggering conduct |
| undulating | having a wavy surface, edge, or markings |
| viscous | having a thick or sticky consistency : viscid |
| progeny | descendants |