GRE Word List
COMPREHEND
to grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of
The meaning of the word comprehend is to grasp the nature, significance, or meaning of.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| inquisitor | one who inquires or makes inquisition |
| vacillate | to waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses |
| flicker | to move irregularly or unsteadily : flutter |
| dissension | disagreement |
| assert | to state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively |
| proverb | a brief popular epigram or maxim : adage |
| fruition | pleasurable use or possession : enjoyment |
| reconcile | to restore to friendship or harmony |
| swear-word | word considered offensive; Ex. ``bloody'' |
| tramp | to walk, tread, or step especially heavily |