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.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
---|---|
chisel | a metal tool with a sharpened edge at one end used to chip, carve, or cut into a solid material (such as wood, stone, or metal) |
expropriate | to deprive of possession or proprietary rights |
unfledged | not feathered : not ready for flight |
retribution | recompense |
carnage | the flesh of slain animals or humans |
despondent | feeling or showing extreme discouragement, dejection, or depression |
attenuate | to lessen the amount, force, magnitude, or value of : weaken |
vagrant | one who has no established residence and wanders idly from place to place without lawful or visible means of support |
eulogy | a commendatory oration or writing especially in honor of one deceased |
lucrative | producing wealth : profitable |