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 |
|---|---|
| prevaricate | to deviate from the truth : equivocate |
| magisterial | of, relating to, or having the characteristics of a master or teacher : authoritative |
| emolument | the returns arising from office or employment usually in the form of compensation or perquisites |
| enmity | positive, active, and typically mutual hatred or ill will |
| stamina | the bodily or mental capacity to sustain a prolonged stressful effort or activity : endurance |
| relish | characteristic flavor |
| commune | talk over |
| onomatopoeia | the naming of a thing or action by a vocal imitation of the sound associated with it (such as buzz, hiss) |
| epitome | a typical or ideal example : embodiment |
| masochist | a person who derives sexual gratification from being subjected to physical pain or humiliation : an individual given to masochism |