GRE Word List
EMULATE
to strive to equal or excel
The meaning of the word emulate is to strive to equal or excel.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| treasure | wealth (such as money, jewels, or precious metals) stored up or hoarded |
| epistemologist | the study or a theory of the nature and grounds of knowledge especially with reference to its limits and validity |
| plumage | the feathers of a bird |
| apropos | being both relevant and opportune |
| glossary | a collection of textual glosses or of specialized terms with their meanings |
| defection | conscious abandonment of allegiance or duty (as to a person, cause, or doctrine) : desertion |
| filibuster | an irregular military adventurer |
| dainty | something delicious to the taste |
| kindred | of a similar nature or character : like |
| wary | marked by keen caution, cunning, and watchfulness especially in detecting and escaping danger |