GRE Word List

DISTORT

to twist (see twist

The meaning of the word distort is to twist (see twist.

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WordMeaning
halfheartedlacking heart, spirit, or interest
rebusa representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound
induceto move by persuasion or influence
solicitousmanifesting or expressing solicitude
acknowledgeto recognize the rights, authority, or status of
recitala detailed account : enumeration
dismemberto cut off or disjoin the limbs, members, or parts of
imperceptiblenot perceptible by a sense or by the mind : extremely slight, gradual, or subtle
precipicea very steep or overhanging place
alliterationthe repetition of usually initial consonant sounds in two or more neighboring words or syllables (such as wild and woolly, threatening throngs)