GRE Word List
ENCIRCLE
to form a circle around : surround
The meaning of the word encircle is to form a circle around : surround.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hazardous | involving or exposing one to risk (as of loss or harm) |
| tantamount | equivalent in value, significance, or effect |
| incrustation | a crust or hard coating |
| demeanor | behavior toward others : outward manner |
| hibernate | to pass the winter in a torpid or resting state |
| shove | to push along |
| predecessor | one that precedes |
| amazon | a member of a race of female warriors of Greek mythology |
| oath | a solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says |
| mute | unable to speak : lacking the power of speech |