GRE Word List
ENCUMBER
weigh down
The meaning of the word encumber is weigh down.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 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 |