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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| scuffle | to struggle at close quarters with disorder and confusion |
| momentum | a property (see property |
| ominous | being or exhibiting an omen : portentous |
| compunction | anxiety arising from awareness of guilt |
| contentious | likely to cause disagreement or argument |
| terse | using few words : devoid of superfluity |
| auspicious | showing or suggesting that future success is likely : propitious |
| demolition | the act of demolishing |
| brave | having or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage |
| pretension | an allegation of doubtful value : pretext |