GRE Word List
CONTUSION
injury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise
The meaning of the word contusion is injury to tissue usually without laceration : bruise.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| coax | to influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle |
| erode | to diminish or destroy by degrees: |
| lofty | elevated in character and spirit : noble |
| rectify | to set right : remedy |
| upbraid | to criticize severely : find fault with |
| swipe | a strong sweeping blow |
| awl | a pointed tool for marking surfaces or piercing small holes (as in leather or wood) |
| disarray | a lack of order or sequence : confusion |
| regiment | a military unit consisting usually of a number of battalions |
| sophist | philosopher |