GRE Word List
EMBRACE
to clasp in the arms : hug
The meaning of the word embrace is to clasp in the arms : hug.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| paradox | one (such as a person, situation, or action) having seemingly contradictory qualities or phases |
| dissipate | to break up and drive off |
| hazy | made dim or cloudy by or as if by fine dust, smoke, or light vapor in the air : obscured by or as if by haze (see haze |
| sojourn | a temporary stay |
| plumber | a dealer or worker in lead |
| squelch | to fall or stamp on so as to crush |
| invective | insulting or abusive language : vituperation |
| laity | the people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy |
| restraint | an act of restraining : the state of being restrained |
| forestall | to exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures |