GRE Word List

EMBROIL

to throw into disorder or confusion

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

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WordMeaning
malaisean indefinite feeling of debility or lack of health often indicative of or accompanying the onset of an illness
surreptitiousdone, made, or acquired by stealth : clandestine
approbationcommendation
demeanorbehavior toward others : outward manner
sumptuousextremely costly, rich, luxurious, or magnificent
staminathe bodily or mental capacity to sustain a prolonged stressful effort or activity : endurance
vassala person under the protection of a feudal lord to whom he has vowed homage and fealty : a feudal tenant
fanfarea short and lively sounding of trumpets
sustenancemeans of support, maintenance, or subsistence : living
forsaketo renounce or turn away from entirely