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 |
|---|---|
| bearing | the manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear |
| sanctimonious | hypocritically pious or devout |
| detrimental | obviously harmful : damaging |
| inundate | overwhelm |
| kismet | fate |
| idyllic | pleasing or picturesque in natural simplicity |
| vulpine | of, relating to, or resembling a fox |
| vigor | active bodily or mental strength or force |
| abysmal | immeasurably low or wretched : extremely poor or bad |
| precept | a command or principle intended especially as a general rule of action |