GRE Word List
CHAFE
irritate
The meaning of the word chafe is irritate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| linguistic | of or relating to language or linguistics |
| capitulate | to surrender often after negotiation of terms |
| bilk | to block the free development of : frustrate |
| fuss: | trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby |
| jocose | given to joking : merry |
| influx | a coming in |
| posture | the position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose |
| ruddy | having a healthy reddish color |
| slight | having a slim or delicate build : not stout or massive in body |
| luxuriant | yielding abundantly : fertile |