GRE Word List

EMBRACE

to clasp in the arms : hug

The meaning of the word embrace is to clasp in the arms : hug.

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WordMeaning
rendto remove from place by violence : wrest
homagea feudal ceremony by which a man acknowledges himself the vassal of a lord
phobiaan exaggerated usually inexplicable and illogical fear of a particular object, class of objects, or situation
elaborationplanned or carried out with great care
qualmsa feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety
welta strip between a shoe sole and upper through which they are stitched or stapled together
ponderousof very great weight
acclaimapplaud
prestigestanding or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion
disinclinationa preference for avoiding something : slight aversion