GRE Word List
DEMOLITION
the act of demolishing
The meaning of the word demolition is the act of demolishing.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ordain | to invest (see invest |
| run-down | an item-by-item report or review : summary |
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| dowse | to plunge into water |
| troth | loyal or pledged faithfulness : fidelity |
| defoliate | to deprive of leaves especially prematurely |
| condescend | to assume an air of superiority |
| egress | a place or means of going out : exit |
| pulchritude | physical comeliness |
| ferment | to undergo fermentation |