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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WordMeaning
underhandin a clandestine manner
disapprobationthe act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation
weanto accustom (a young child or animal) to take food otherwise than by nursing
misconstrueto interpret (something, such as a statement or action) wrongly : misinterpret
luxuriantyielding abundantly : fertile
miniona servile dependent, follower, or underling
sepulchera place of burial : tomb
transportto transfer or convey from one place to another
abutto border on : to touch along an edge
painstakingtaking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort