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
gibberishunintelligible or meaningless language:
extortto obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring
equitablehaving or exhibiting equity : dealing fairly and equally with all concerned
dismantleto disconnect the pieces of
efficacythe power to produce an effect
jetsamthe part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore
encompassinclude
evocativeevoking or tending to evoke an especially emotional response
amplifyto expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis
submergeto put under water