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
reciteto repeat from memory or read aloud publicly
sultryvery hot and humid : sweltering
treatisea systematic exposition or argument in writing including a methodical discussion of the facts and principles involved and conclusions reached
piscatorialpiscatory
explicateto give a detailed explanation of
hubrisexaggerated pride or self-confidence
repelto drive back : repulse
recuperateto get back : regain
weatherthe state of the atmosphere with respect to heat or cold, wetness or dryness, calm or storm, clearness or cloudiness
consonantbeing in agreement or harmony : free from elements making for discord