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
sterilefailing to bear or incapable of producing fruit or spores
unravelto disengage or separate the threads of : disentangle
primaryfirst in order of time or development : primitive
lubricateto make smooth or slippery
self-righteousconvinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic
rankrelative standing or position
corpusclea minute particle
perspicaciousof acute mental vision or discernment : keen
vegetateto lead a passive existence without exertion of body or mind
retiringreserved