GRE Word List
DISTRACT
to draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time
The meaning of the word distract is to draw or direct (something, such as someone's attention) to a different object or in different directions at the same time.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| lurid | causing horror or revulsion : gruesome |
| parity | the quality or state of being equal or equivalent |
| laborious | involving, requiring, or characterized by hard and sustained effort : arduous |
| shade | comparative darkness or obscurity owing to interception of the rays of light |
| resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
| frantic | emotionally out of control |
| smolder | to burn sluggishly, without flame, and often with much smoke |
| ambidextrous | using both hands with equal ease or dexterity |
| sporadic | occurring occasionally, singly, or in irregular or random instances |
| declivity | downward inclination |