GRE Word List

DISMEMBER

to cut off or disjoin the limbs, members, or parts of

The meaning of the word dismember is to cut off or disjoin the limbs, members, or parts of.

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WordMeaning
laxloose
agendaa list or outline of things to be considered or done
vexto bring trouble, distress, or agitation to
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tremulouscharacterized by or affected with trembling or tremors
importunatetroublesomely urgent : overly persistent in request or demand
ebbthe reflux of the tide toward the sea
viandan item of food
jettisonto get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision
sanctiona formal decree