GRE Word List
DISSUADE
to advise (a person) against something
The meaning of the word dissuade is to advise (a person) against something.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| valedictory | of or relating to a valediction : expressing or containing a farewell |
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| tact | a keen sense of what to do or say in order to maintain good relations with others or avoid offense |
| lumber | to move ponderously |
| harrowing | acutely distressing or painful |
| gregarious | tending to associate with others of one's kind : social |
| remnant | a usually small part, member, or trace remaining |
| commonplace | commonly found or seen : ordinary |
| championship | designation as champion |
| quorum | a select group |