GRE Word List
DEFLECT
to turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction
The meaning of the word deflect is to turn (something) aside especially from a straight course or fixed direction.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| treasure | wealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded |
| raze | to destroy to the ground : demolish |
| redundant | exceeding what is necessary or normal : superfluous |
| clamor | noisy shouting |
| bestow | to put to use : apply |
| aloof | removed or distant either physically or emotionally |
| vain | having or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited |
| fitful | characterized by fits or paroxysms |
| diva | prima donna |
| irreconcilable | impossible to reconcile |