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
pedestriancommonplace
pensivemusingly or dreamily thoughtful
accedeto express approval or give consent : to agree to a request or demand
severitythe quality or state of being severe : the condition of being very bad, serious, unpleasant, or harsh
toteman object (such as an animal or plant) serving as the emblem of a family or clan and often as a reminder of its ancestry
distortto twist (see twist
lotterya drawing of lots in which prizes are distributed to the winners among persons buying a chance
carnivoroussubsisting or feeding on animal tissues
tawdrycheap and gaudy in appearance or quality
snivelto run at the nose