GRE Word List

CONFOUND

to throw (a person) into confusion or perplexity

The meaning of the word confound is to throw (a person) into confusion or perplexity.

Random words

WordMeaning
unearthto dig up out of or as if out of the earth : exhume
feintsomething feigned
tyrannyoppressive power
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)
fructifyto bear fruit
pragmatista practical approach to problems and affairs
idiosyncrasya peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality
perspicuousplain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation
opaqueblocking the passage of radiant energy and especially light : exhibiting opacity (see opacity
disquietudeanxiety