GRE Word List

ENCUMBER

weigh down

The meaning of the word encumber is weigh down.

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WordMeaning
ambleto go at or as if at an easy gait : saunter
retainto keep in possession or use
debauchto corrupt by intemperance or sensuality
nostruma medicine of secret composition recommended by its preparer but usually without scientific proof of its effectiveness
impalpableincapable of being felt by touch : intangible
premeditateto think about and revolve in the mind beforehand
schemea plan or program of action
cornicethe molded and projecting horizontal member that crowns an architectural composition see column illustration
placateto soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease
bogusnot genuine : counterfeit