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
grapplethe act or an instance of grappling
revelrynoisy partying or merrymaking
imperviousnot allowing entrance or passage : impenetrable
jettisonto get rid of as superfluous or encumbering : omit or forgo as part of a plan or as the result of some other decision
finickyextremely or excessively particular, exacting, or meticulous in taste or standards
pessimisman inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome
curfewthe sounding of a bell at evening
threadbarehaving the nap worn off so that the thread shows : shabby
coalesceto grow together
queruloushabitually complaining