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
rotethe use of memory usually with little intelligence
illicitnot permitted : unlawful
jingoistextreme chauvinism or nationalism marked especially by a belligerent foreign policy
usurpto seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right
bateto reduce the force or intensity of : restrain
cacophonousmarked by cacophony : harsh-sounding
anachronisman error in chronology
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
veritablebeing in fact the thing named and not false, unreal, or imaginary
paucitysmallness of number : fewness