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
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fetish | an object (such as a small stone carving of an animal) believed to have magical power to protect or aid its owner |
martinet | a strict disciplinarian |
exquisite | marked by flawless craftsmanship or by beautiful, ingenious, delicate, or elaborate execution |
vivacious | lively in temper, conduct, or spirit : sprightly |
slander | to utter slander against : defame |
causal | expressing or indicating cause : causative |
oratorio | a lengthy choral work usually of a religious nature consisting chiefly of recitatives, arias, and choruses without action or scenery |
parlance | speech |
saunter | to walk about in an idle or leisurely manner : stroll |
mock | to treat with contempt or ridicule : deride |