GRE Word List
DOWSE
to plunge into water
The meaning of the word dowse is to plunge into water.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| harbinger | something that foreshadows a future event : something that gives an anticipatory sign of what is to come |
| plebiscite | a vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler |
| recipient | one that receives : receiver |
| mercantile | of or relating to merchants or trading |
| genteel | having an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish |
| inexorable | not to be persuaded, moved, or stopped : relentless |
| resplendent | shining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor |
| high-flown | exceedingly or excessively high or favorable |
| forfeit | something forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty |
| entail | to impose, involve, or imply as a necessary accompaniment or result |