GRE Word List

ENSUE

to strive to attain : pursue

The meaning of the word ensue is to strive to attain : pursue.

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WordMeaning
extrinsicnot forming part of or belonging to a thing : extraneous
condoneto regard or treat (something bad or blameworthy) as acceptable, forgivable, or harmless
buffooneryfoolish or playful behavior or practice
bartererto trade by exchanging one commodity for another : to trade goods or services in exchange for other goods or services
impecunioushaving very little or no money usually habitually : penniless
retroactiveextending in scope or effect to a prior time or to conditions that existed or originated in the past
procrastinateto put off intentionally and habitually
perfunctorycharacterized by routine or superficiality : mechanical
unassailablenot assailable : not liable to doubt, attack, or question
floutto treat with contemptuous disregard : scorn