GRE Word List
DISSUADE
to advise (a person) against something
The meaning of the word dissuade is to advise (a person) against something.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| peripatetic | a follower of Aristotle or adherent of Aristotelianism |
| exorbitant | not coming within the scope of the law |
| sleek | slick |
| peroration | the concluding part of a discourse and especially an oration |
| granulate | to form or crystallize into grains or granules |
| disparage | to depreciate (see depreciate |
| orient | to direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group |
| abscond | to depart secretly and hide oneself |
| urbane | notably polite or polished in manner |
| timorous | of a timid disposition : fearful |