GRE Word List
ENCUMBER
weigh down
The meaning of the word encumber is weigh down.
Random words
Word | Meaning |
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nautical | of, relating to, or associated with seamen, navigation, or ships |
culvert | a transverse drain |
insensate | lacking sense or understanding |
insuperable | incapable of being surmounted, overcome, passed over, or solved |
debunk | to expose the sham (see sham |
reciprocate | to give and take mutually |
catholic | roman catholic |
ignominy | deep personal humiliation and disgrace |
assuage | to lessen the intensity of (something that pains or distresses) : ease |
discriminating | making a distinction : distinguishing |