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
scoretwenty
dowseto plunge into water
slanderto utter slander against : defame
ambiguousdoubtful or uncertain especially from obscurity or indistinctness
statelymarked by lofty or imposing dignity
mottoa sentence, phrase, or word inscribed on something as appropriate to or indicative of its character or use
lineamentsan outline, feature, or contour of a body or figure and especially of a face
renegeto go back on a promise or commitment
skulkto move in a stealthy or furtive manner
equivocateto use equivocal language especially with intent to deceive