GRE Word List
ENCIRCLE
to form a circle around : surround
The meaning of the word encircle is to form a circle around : surround.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| perfunctory | characterized by routine or superficiality : mechanical |
| gruesome | inspiring horror or repulsion : grisly |
| sobriety | the quality or state of being sober |
| languid | drooping or flagging from or as if from exhaustion : weak |
| ruthless | having no pity : merciless |
| orator | one who delivers an oration |
| alienate | to cause to be estranged : to make unfriendly, hostile, or indifferent especially where attachment formerly existed |
| rabble | a disorganized or confused collection of things |
| fertile | producing or bearing many crops in great quantities : productive |
| intoxicate | to excite or stupefy by alcohol or a drug especially to the point where physical and mental control is markedly diminished |