GRE Word List
CLASP
a device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together
The meaning of the word clasp is a device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ordeal | a primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control |
| pillage | the act of looting or plundering especially in war |
| gregarious | tending to associate with others of one's kind : social |
| sequester | to set apart : segregate |
| suitor | one that petitions or entreats |
| demagogue | a leader who makes use of popular prejudices and false claims and promises in order to gain power |
| throb | to pulsate or pound with abnormal force or rapidity |
| complementary | serving to fill out or complete |
| hull | the outer covering of a fruit or seed |
| glower | to look or stare with sullen annoyance or anger |