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

WordMeaning
dubiousunsettled in opinion : doubtful
peccadilloa slight offense
bickerpetulant quarreling : altercation
philanthropistone who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy
ramifyto split up into branches or constituent parts
surgeto rise and fall actively : toss
resignrelegate
impassableincapable of being passed, traveled, crossed, or surmounted
avidcharacterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic
adhereto hold fast or stick by or as if by gluing, suction, grasping, or fusing