GRE Word List
ENCUMBER
weigh down
The meaning of the word encumber is weigh down.
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|---|---|
| maritime | of, relating to, or bordering on the sea |
| scowl | to contract the brow in an expression of displeasure |
| elixir | a substance held capable of changing base metals into gold |
| surmount | to prevail over : overcome |
| unregenerate | not regenerate |
| tyro | a beginner in learning : novice |
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| corporeal | having, consisting of, or relating to a physical material body: such as |
| devout | committed or devoted to religion or to religious duties or exercises |
| ennui | a feeling of weariness and dissatisfaction : boredom |