GRE Word List

DEMISE

death

The meaning of the word demise is death.

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WordMeaning
fiascoa complete failure
sullyto make soiled or tarnished : defile
luminousemitting or reflecting usually steady, suffused, or glowing light
teetotalismthe principle or practice of complete abstinence from alcoholic drinks
exorciseto expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration
imprudentnot prudent : lacking discretion, wisdom, or good judgment
fluencythe quality or state of being fluent
hewto cut with blows of a heavy cutting instrument
ewethe female of the sheep especially when mature
engagingtending to draw favorable attention or interest : attractive