GRE Word List
DISPEL
to drive away or cause to vanish by or as if by scattering : dissipate
The meaning of the word dispel is to drive away or cause to vanish by or as if by scattering : dissipate.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| recurrent | running or turning back in a direction opposite to a former course |
| abash | to destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert |
| deliberate | to think about or discuss issues and decisions carefully |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |
| distend | extend |
| astringent | causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic |
| dart | a light spear |
| killjoy | one who spoils the pleasure of others |
| problematic | posing a problem : difficult to solve or decide |
| doctrinaire | stubbornly or excessively devoted to a doctrine or theory without regard to practical considerations |