GRE Word List

EXTIRPATE

to destroy completely : wipe out

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

Random words

WordMeaning
decimateto select by lot and kill every tenth man of
earthyof, relating to, or consisting of earth
enfranchiseto set free (as from slavery)
wispya small handful (as of hay or straw)
acquittala setting free from the charge of an offense by verdict, sentence, or other legal process
cessiona yielding to another : concession
rectitudethe quality or state of being straight
surveillanceclose watch kept over someone or something (as by a detective)
deterrentserving to discourage, prevent, or inhibit : serving to deter
shoveto push along