GRE Word List

ENVIRON

encircle

The meaning of the word environ is encircle.

Random words

WordMeaning
nauseateto become affected with nausea
incurto become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself
flounderflatfish
reaperone that reaps
industriousconstantly, regularly, or habitually active or occupied : diligent
ostentatiousattracting or seeking to attract attention, admiration, or envy often by gaudiness or obviousness : overly elaborate or conspicuous : characterized by, fond of, or evincing ostentation
toadyone who flatters in the hope of gaining favors : sycophant
genteelhaving an aristocratic quality or flavor : stylish
pastrya dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste
truncateto shorten by or as if by cutting off