GRE Word List

ENGAGE

to offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end

The meaning of the word engage is to offer (something, such as one's life or word) as backing to a cause or aim : to expose to risk for the attainment or support of some end.

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WordMeaning
complementaryserving to fill out or complete
formidablecausing fear, dread, or apprehension
triflinglacking in significance or solid worth: such as
alcovea small recessed section of a room : nook
inscrutablenot readily investigated, interpreted, or understood : mysterious
wrinklea small ridge or furrow especially when formed on a surface by the shrinking or contraction of a smooth substance : crease
notableworthy of note : remarkable
caterto provide a supply of food
disinterestednot having the mind or feelings engaged (see engaged
loquaciousfull of excessive talk : wordy