GRE Word List
DOWSE
to plunge into water
The meaning of the word dowse is to plunge into water.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| confiscate | appropriated by the government : forfeited |
| hostility | deep-seated usually mutual ill will |
| indeterminate | not definitely or precisely determined or fixed : vague |
| braggart | a loud arrogant boaster |
| caucus | a closed meeting of a group of persons belonging to the same political party or faction usually to select candidates or to decide on policy |
| facetious | joking or jesting often inappropriately : waggish |
| brackish | somewhat salty |
| bedraggle | to wet thoroughly |
| natty | trimly neat and tidy : smart |
| vigil | the act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary |