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 |
|---|---|
| nihilist | a viewpoint that traditional values and beliefs are unfounded and that existence is senseless and useless |
| crabbed | marked by a forbidding moroseness |
| dolt | a stupid person |
| transition | a change or shift from one state, subject, place, etc. to another |
| coax | to influence or gently urge by caressing or flattering : wheedle |
| painstaking | taking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort |
| garnish | decorate |
| tactful | having or showing tact |
| harry | to make a pillaging or destructive raid on : assault |
| penitent | feeling or expressing humble or regretful pain or sorrow for sins or offenses : repentant |