GRE Word List
ELOPE
to run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent
The meaning of the word elope is to run away secretly with the intention of getting married usually without parental consent.
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stupefy | to make stupid, groggy, or insensible |
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vagrant | one who has no established residence and wanders idly from place to place without lawful or visible means of support |
knave | a tricky deceitful fellow |
babble | to talk enthusiastically or excessively |
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citadel | a fortress that commands (see command |
steadfast | firmly fixed in place : immovable |
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