GRE Word List
DISTORT
to twist (see twist
The meaning of the word distort is to twist (see twist.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fervent | very hot : glowing |
| limbo | an abode of souls that are according to Roman Catholic theology barred from heaven because of not having received Christian baptism |
| comely | pleasurably conforming to notions of good appearance, suitability, or proportion |
| recourse | a turning to someone or something for help or protection |
| console | an architectural member projecting from a wall to form a bracket or from a keystone for ornament |
| culpable | meriting condemnation or blame especially as wrong or harmful |
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| diversion | the act or an instance of diverting or straying from a course, activity, or use : deviation |
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