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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WordMeaning
flagrantconspicuously offensive
smirkto smile in a smug or condescending way
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subornto induce secretly to do an unlawful thing
ventureto proceed especially in the face of danger
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conteststrive