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

WordMeaning
pragmaticrelating to matters of fact or practical affairs often to the exclusion of intellectual or artistic matters : practical as opposed to idealistic
extortto obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring
misconductmismanagement especially of governmental or military responsibilities
finishedentirely done
laymana person who is not a member of the clergy
encomiasticone that praises : eulogist
foppishfoolish
hilarityboisterous merriment or laughter
ingratean ungrateful person
retiringreserved