GRE Word List

DISCONCERT

to throw into confusion

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

Random words

WordMeaning
obscuredark
shedto rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted
furoran angry or maniacal fit : rage
supernumeraryexceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number
persevereto persist in a state, enterprise, or undertaking in spite of counterinfluences, opposition, or discouragement
nugatoryof little or no consequence : trifling
castrateto deprive (a male animal or person) of the testes
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
detonationthe action or process of detonating
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct