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

WordMeaning
treasurewealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded
razeto destroy to the ground : demolish
redundantexceeding what is necessary or normal : superfluous
clamornoisy shouting
bestowto put to use : apply
aloofremoved or distant either physically or emotionally
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
fitfulcharacterized by fits or paroxysms
divaprima donna
irreconcilableimpossible to reconcile