GRE Word List

DOWSE

to plunge into water

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

Random words

WordMeaning
spinto draw out and twist fiber into yarn or thread
preternaturalexisting outside of nature
enterprisingmarked by an independent energetic spirit and by readiness to act
extirpateto destroy completely : wipe out
zesta piece of the peel of a citrus fruit (such as an orange or lemon) used as flavoring
conformitycorrespondence in form, manner, or character : agreement
amicablecharacterized by friendly goodwill : peaceable
irasciblemarked by hot temper and easily provoked anger
vegetateto lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind
pranktrick