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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| embrace | to clasp in the arms : hug |
| desiccate | to dry up |
| lag | one that lags or is last |
| dingy | dirty |
| extort | to obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring |
| pervasive | existing in or spreading through every part of something |
| disaffected | discontented and resentful especially against authority : rebellious |
| anathema | someone or something intensely disliked or loathed |
| humanitarian | a person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist |
| impoverish | to make poor |