GRE Word List
DISCONCERT
to throw into confusion
The meaning of the word disconcert is to throw into confusion.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| peremptory | putting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay |
| suavity | smoothly though often superficially gracious and sophisticated |
| avocation | a subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby |
| recalcitrant | obstinately defiant of authority or restraint |
| boon | a timely benefit : blessing |
| abyss | an immeasurably deep gulf or great space |
| emanate | to come out from a source |
| tarantula | any of various large, typically ground-dwelling, hairy, mygalomorph spiders (family Theraphosidae) of warm regions that possess venomous fangs used to subdue and kill prey (such as insects, centipedes, frogs, and mice) caught by ambush or chase and that construct silk-lined burrows but do not build webs to trap food |
| wrongheaded | stubborn in adherence to wrong opinion or principles |
| sedate | keeping a quiet steady attitude or pace : unruffled |