GRE Word List
EMULATE
to strive to equal or excel
The meaning of the word emulate is to strive to equal or excel.
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rebus | a representation of words or syllables by pictures of objects or by symbols whose names resemble the intended words or syllables in sound |
tightwad | a close or miserly person |
peremptory | putting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay |
tractable | capable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile |
debilitate | to impair the strength of : enfeeble |
constituent | a member of a constituency |
forum | the marketplace or public place of an ancient Roman city forming the center of judicial and public business |
jocund | marked by or suggestive of high spirits and lively mirthfulness |
provisional | serving for the time being : temporary |
glacial | suggestive of ice: such as |