GRE Word List

CHAFE

irritate

The meaning of the word chafe is irritate.

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WordMeaning
dolorouscausing, marked by, or expressing misery or grief
subordinateplaced in or occupying a lower class, rank, or position : inferior
solicitto make petition to : entreat
aloofremoved or distant either physically or emotionally
monograma sign of identity usually formed of the combined initials of a name
killjoyone who spoils the pleasure of others
bara straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening)
acclimateto adapt (someone) to a new temperature, altitude, climate, environment, or situation
pulpitan elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service
opaqueblocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity