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 |
|---|---|
| emollient | making soft or supple |
| convert | to bring over from one belief, view, or party to another |
| recalcitrant | obstinately defiant of authority or restraint |
| debunk | to expose the sham (see sham |
| smolder | to burn sluggishly, without flame, and often with much smoke |
| manifesto | a written statement declaring publicly the intentions, motives, or views of its issuer |
| disperse | to cause to break up (see break up |
| thwart | to oppose successfully : defeat the hopes or aspirations of |
| stifle | to withhold from circulation or expression |
| demur | to take exception : object |