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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WordMeaning
abeyancea state of temporary inactivity : suspension
expiateto make amends for
assertto state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively
dingydirty
symbiosisthe living together in more or less intimate association or close union of two dissimilar organisms (as in parasitism or commensalism)
tarryto delay or be tardy in acting or doing
lavishexpending or bestowing profusely : prodigal
gratifyto be a source of or give pleasure or satisfaction to
punctiliousmarked by or concerned about precise accordance with the details of codes or conventions
unassumingnot assuming : modest