GRE Word List

CHAFE

irritate

The meaning of the word chafe is irritate.

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WordMeaning
exactingtryingly or unremittingly severe in making demands
brusquemarkedly short and abrupt
agitateto excite and often trouble the mind or feelings of : disturb
ruthlesshaving no pity : merciless
gesticulationthe act of making gestures
traumaticpsychologically or emotionally stressful in a way that can lead to serious mental and emotional problems
adjutanta staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence
siderealof, relating to, or expressed in relation to stars or constellations : astral
malaproposin an inappropriate or inopportune way
condimentssomething used to enhance the flavor of food