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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| orthography | the art of writing words with the proper letters according to standard usage |
| allude | to make indirect reference |
| flicker | to move irregularly or unsteadily : flutter |
| inquisitive | given to examination or investigation |
| auroral | dawn |
| retract | to draw back or in |
| perspicuous | plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation |
| scale | an instrument or machine for weighing |
| austere | stern and cold in appearance or manner |
| overbearing | tending to overwhelm : overpowering |