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
forumthe marketplace or public place of an ancient Roman city forming the center of judicial and public business
recriminationa retaliatory accusation
fraudulentcharacterized by, based on, or done by fraud : deceitful
barefacedhaving the face uncovered:
solicitto make petition to : entreat
illicitnot permitted : unlawful
despoilto strip of belongings, possessions, or value : pillage
somnambulistan abnormal condition of sleep in which motor acts (such as walking) are performed
effulgentradiant splendor : brilliance
pronouncedstrongly marked : decided