GRE Word List
CLEFT
a space or opening made by or as if by splitting : fissure
The meaning of the word cleft is a space or opening made by or as if by splitting : fissure.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| deterrent | serving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter |
| inundate | overwhelm |
| reprove | to scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent |
| armada | a fleet of warships |
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| hostility | deep-seated usually mutual ill will |
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| bauble | trinket |