GRE Word List

EXPOUND

to set forth : state

The meaning of the word expound is to set forth : state.

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derogatoryexpressive of a low opinion : disparaging
opiatean alkaloid drug (such as morphine or codeine) that contains or is derived from opium, binds to cell receptors primarily of the central nervous system and gastrointestinal tract, acts to block pain, induce sedation or sleep, depress respiration, and produce calmness or euphoria, and is associated with physiological tolerance (see tolerance
hewto cut with blows of a heavy cutting instrument
sluicean artificial passage for water (as in a millstream) fitted with a valve or gate for stopping or regulating flow
crypticsecret
covertnot openly shown, engaged in, or avowed : veiled
instigateto goad or urge forward : provoke
speechlessunable to speak : dumb
comportto be fitting : accord
dapperneat and trim in appearance