GRE Word List

DISFIGURE

to impair (as in beauty) by deep and persistent injuries

The meaning of the word disfigure is to impair (as in beauty) by deep and persistent injuries.

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WordMeaning
askancewith disapproval or distrust : scornfully
discriminatingmaking a distinction : distinguishing
inculcateto teach and impress by frequent repetitions or admonitions
unwontedbeing out of the ordinary : rare
surpassto become better, greater, or stronger than : exceed
assumptiona taking to or upon oneself
ovoidresembling an egg in shape : ovate
manifestationthe act, process, or an instance of manifesting
berateto scold or condemn vehemently and at length
recreantcrying for mercy : cowardly