GRE Word List

ENVIRON

encircle

The meaning of the word environ is encircle.

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fronda large leaf (especially of a palm or fern) usually with many divisions
hirsutehairy
somnambulistan abnormal condition of sleep in which motor acts (such as walking) are performed
hostagea person held by one party in a conflict as a pledge pending the fulfillment of an agreement
mollifyto soothe in temper or disposition : appease
suppressto put down by authority or force : subdue
vainhaving or showing undue or excessive pride in one's appearance or achievements : conceited
blandsmooth and soothing in manner or quality
venerablecalling forth respect through age, character, and attainments
earthyof, relating to, or consisting of earth