GRE Word List
ENCUMBER
weigh down
The meaning of the word encumber is weigh down.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| amorphous | having no definite form : shapeless |
| dichotomy | a division into two especially mutually exclusive or contradictory groups or entities |
| tether | a line (as of rope or chain) by which an animal is fastened so as to restrict its range of movement |
| inroad | an advance or penetration often at the expense of someone or something |
| ascendancy | governing or controlling influence : domination |
| expatiate | to move about freely or at will : wander |
| pilfer | steal |
| dolt | a stupid person |
| chaperon | a person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety |
| frenzied | feeling or showing great or abnormal excitement or emotional disturbance |