GRE Word List
ESCHEW
to avoid habitually especially on moral or practical grounds : shun
The meaning of the word eschew is to avoid habitually especially on moral or practical grounds : shun.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| imperceptible | not perceptible by a sense or by the mind : extremely slight, gradual, or subtle |
| mimicry | an instance of mimicking |
| inclined | having inclination, disposition, or tendency |
| humane | marked by compassion, sympathy, or consideration for humans or animals |
| orifice | an opening (such as a vent, mouth, or hole) through which something may pass |
| perspicuous | plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation |
| vindictive | disposed to seek revenge : vengeful |
| infraction | the act of infringing : violation |
| brandish | to shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly |
| supernumerary | exceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number |