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).
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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trite | hackneyed or boring from much use : not fresh or original |
brocade | a rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver |
aberrant | deviating from the usual or natural type : atypical |
parsimony | the quality of being careful with money or resources : thrift |
exhort | to incite by argument or advice : urge strongly |
embody | to give a body to (a spirit) : incarnate |
bolster | a long pillow or cushion |
elope | to run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent |
aperture | an opening or open space : hole |
sonorous | producing sound (as when struck) |