GRE Word List

DISCONCERT

to throw into confusion

The meaning of the word disconcert is to throw into confusion.

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WordMeaning
retardto delay or impede the development or progress of : to slow up especially by preventing or hindering advance or accomplishment
inestimableincapable of being estimated or computed
alludeto make indirect reference
eccentricitythe quality or state of being eccentric
apologistsomeone who speaks or writes in defense of someone or something that is typically controversial, unpopular, or subject to criticism
sobrietythe quality or state of being sober
beelinea straight direct course
stipenda fixed sum of money paid periodically for services or to defray expenses
referendumthe principle or practice of submitting to popular vote a measure passed on or proposed by a legislative body or by popular initiative
vyingcontending; to strive for superiority