GRE Word List
EMASCULATE
to deprive of strength, vigor, or spirit : weaken
The meaning of the word emasculate is to deprive of strength, vigor, or spirit : weaken.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| usage | firmly established and generally accepted practice or procedure |
| maraud | to roam about and raid in search of plunder |
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| tumult | disorderly agitation or milling about of a crowd usually with uproar and confusion of voices : commotion |
| queue | a braid of hair usually worn hanging at the back of the head |
| grumble | to mutter in discontent |
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| sham | a trick that deludes : hoax |
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| lout | to bow in respect |