GRE Word List

EXTIRPATE

to destroy completely : wipe out

The meaning of the word extirpate is to destroy completely : wipe out.

Random words

WordMeaning
assentto agree to or approve of something (such as an idea or suggestion) especially after thoughtful consideration : concur
irreproachablenot reproachable : blameless
iridescenthaving or exhibiting iridescence
enunciateto make a definite or systematic statement of
painstakingtaking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort
wontaccustomed
squanderto spend extravagantly or foolishly : dissipate
descryto catch sight of
scadany of several carangid fishes (especially of the genus Decapterus)
latentpresent and capable of emerging or developing but not now visible, obvious, active, or symptomatic