GRE Word List

ENVIRON

encircle

The meaning of the word environ is encircle.

Random words

WordMeaning
gaffea social or diplomatic blunder
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gadflyany of various flies (such as a horsefly, botfly, or warble fly) that bite or annoy livestock
affiliationthe state or relation of being closely associated or affiliated with a particular person, group, party, company, etc.
sluggishaverse to activity or exertion : indolent
orientto direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group
matineea musical or dramatic performance or social or public event held in the daytime and especially the afternoon
confoundto throw (a person) into confusion or perplexity
wearyexhausted in strength, endurance, vigor, or freshness
enlivento give life, action, or spirit to : animate