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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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| derivation | the formation of a word from another word or base (as by the addition of a usually noninflectional affix) |
| encircle | to form a circle around : surround |
| impede | to interfere with or slow the progress of |
| heterodox | contrary to or different from an acknowledged standard, a traditional form, or an established religion : unorthodox |
| vex | to bring trouble, distress, or agitation to |
| intoxicate | to excite or stupefy by alcohol or a drug especially to the point where physical and mental control is markedly diminished |
| spatula | a flat thin implement used especially for spreading or mixing soft substances, scooping, or lifting |
| voluptuous | suggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form |
| poseur | a person who pretends to be what he or she is not : an affected or insincere person |
| replenish | to fill or build up again |