GRE Word List

ENCUMBER

weigh down

The meaning of the word encumber is weigh down.

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WordMeaning
discernibleable to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned
deadlocka state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill
pathologicalof or relating to pathology
avengeto take vengeance for or on behalf of
ineluctablenot to be avoided, changed, or resisted : inevitable
cerebrationto use the mind : think
novaa star that suddenly increases its light output tremendously and then fades away to its former obscurity in a few months or years
ravinea small narrow steep-sided valley that is larger than a gully and smaller than a canyon and that is usually worn by running water
executeto carry out fully : put completely into effect
tokena piece resembling a coin issued for use (as for fare on a bus) by a particular group on specified terms