GRE Word List

DOUSE

to plunge into water

The meaning of the word douse is to plunge into water.

Random words

WordMeaning
embitterto excite bitter feelings in
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surlymenacing or threatening in appearance
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scrapfragments of discarded or leftover food
ruminateto go over in the mind repeatedly and often casually or slowly
protagonistthe principal character in a literary work (such as a drama or story)
encircleto form a circle around : surround
lacerationthe act of lacerating
misogynista person who hates or discriminates against women : a misogynistic person