GRE Word List
CHAFE
irritate
The meaning of the word chafe is irritate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| castigation | to subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism |
| arbiter | a person with power to decide a dispute : judge |
| mellifluous | having a smooth rich flow |
| indignity | an act that offends against a person's dignity or self-respect : insult |
| codicil | a legal instrument made to modify an earlier will |
| fiasco | a complete failure |
| sophist | philosopher |
| emulate | to strive to equal or excel |
| pomposity | pompous demeanor, speech, or behavior |
| nirvana | the final beatitude (see beatitude |