GRE Word List
CONTAMINATE
to soil, stain, corrupt, or infect by contact or association
The meaning of the word contaminate is to soil, stain, corrupt, or infect by contact or association.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| neologism | a new word, usage, or expression |
| foppish | foolish |
| canvass | to go through (a district) or go to (persons) in order to solicit orders or political support or to determine opinions or sentiments |
| cleave | to adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly |
| recipient | one that receives : receiver |
| nip | to catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch |
| hydrophobia | rabies |
| matriarch | a woman who rules or dominates a family, group, or state |
| belittle | to speak slightingly of : disparage |
| acrimonious | angry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner |