GRE Word List

DELUGE

an overflowing of the land by water

The meaning of the word deluge is an overflowing of the land by water.

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protractto prolong in time or space : continue
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undermineto subvert or weaken insidiously or secretly
dishonorlack or loss of honor or reputation
falterto walk unsteadily : stumble
gourmandone who is excessively fond of eating and drinking
hazardousinvolving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm)
spatefreshet
remoteseparated by an interval or space greater than usual
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