GRE Word List

ELICIT

to call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)

The meaning of the word elicit is to call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response).

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WordMeaning
animadversiona critical and usually censorious remark
unscathedwholly unharmed : not injured
perjurythe voluntary violation of an oath or vow either by swearing to what is untrue or by omission to do what has been promised under oath : false swearing
incensematerial used to produce a fragrant odor when burned
purchaseto obtain by paying money or its equivalent : buy
cachea hiding place especially for concealing and preserving provisions or implements
industriousconstantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent
inamorataa woman with whom one is in love or has intimate relations
nimblequick and light in motion : agile
churlishof, resembling, or characteristic of a churl : vulgar