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
eclipsethe total or partial obscuring of one celestial body by another
theocracygovernment of a state by immediate divine guidance or by officials who are regarded as divinely guided
bemoanto express deep grief or distress over
turmoila state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion
spurnto reject with disdain or contempt : scorn
ordainto invest (see invest
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities
cynicalhaving or showing the attitude or temper of a cynic: such as
rueto feel penitence, remorse, or regret for
fulminateto utter or send out with denunciation