GRE Word List
DEFILE
to make unclean or impure: such as
The meaning of the word defile is to make unclean or impure: such as.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| cessation | a temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop |
| deciduous | falling off or shed seasonally or at a certain stage of development in the life cycle |
| lumber | to move ponderously |
| philistine | a native or inhabitant of ancient Philistia |
| dismember | to cut off or disjoin the limbs, members, or parts of |
| commandeer | to compel to perform military service |
| frustrate | to balk or defeat in an endeavor |
| smear | a viscous or sticky substance |
| lookout | one engaged in keeping watch : watchman |
| sacrilegious | committing or characterized by sacrilege : having or showing a lack of proper respect for a sacred person, place, or object |