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.

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WordMeaning
centripetalproceeding or acting in a direction toward a center or axis
turncoatone who switches to an opposing side or party
spectralof, relating to, or suggesting a specter : ghostly
dappledmarked with small spots or patches contrasting with the background
incongruitythe quality or state of being incongruous
occultto shut off from view or exposure : cover
crustthe hardened exterior or surface part of bread
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figurinea small carved or molded figure : statuette
lurkto lie in wait in a place of concealment especially for an evil purpose