GRE Word List

EXTIRPATE

to destroy completely : wipe out

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

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WordMeaning
effeteno longer fertile
smudgeto make a smudge on
perjurythe voluntary violation of an oath or vow either by swearing to what is untrue or by omission to do what has been promised under oath : false swearing
painstakingtaking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort
squalorthe quality or state of being squalid
subpoenaa writ commanding a person designated in it to appear in court under a penalty for failure
apocryphalof doubtful authenticity : spurious
prehensileadapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around
contendto strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle
depredationto lay waste : plunder