GRE Word List

DOWSE

to plunge into water

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

Random words

WordMeaning
mediocreof moderate or low quality, value, ability, or performance : ordinary
bristlinga short stiff coarse hair or filament
chaoticmarked by chaos or being in a state of chaos : completely confused or disordered
arbitrateto act as arbiter upon (a disputed question) : to settle (a dispute between two people or groups) after hearing the arguments and opinions of both
jaundicedaffected with or as if with jaundice
heydaythe period of one's greatest popularity, vigor, or prosperity
putativecommonly accepted or supposed
contrivedevise
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct
harbora place of security and comfort : refuge