GRE Word List

EMBROIL

to throw into disorder or confusion

The meaning of the word embroil is to throw into disorder or confusion.

Random words

WordMeaning
facsimilean exact copy
elixira substance held capable of changing base metals into gold
ensconceshelter
trenchantkeen
chasethe hunting of wild animals
obstinatestubbornly adhering to an opinion, purpose, or course in spite of reason, arguments, or persuasion
exceptionablebeing likely to cause objection : objectionable
synthesisthe composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole
consignto give over to another's care
carillona set of fixed chromatically tuned bells sounded by hammers controlled from a keyboard