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 |
|---|---|
| reprove | to scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent |
| dogmatic | characterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts |
| formidable | causing fear, dread, or apprehension |
| stampede | a wild headlong rush or flight of frightened animals |
| sheer | unqualified |
| doldrums | a spell of listlessness or despondency |
| religious | relating to or manifesting faithful devotion to an acknowledged ultimate reality or deity |
| hostility | deep-seated usually mutual ill will |
| pudding | blood sausage |
| expound | to set forth : state |