GRE Word List

EXTRICATE

to free or remove from an entanglement or difficulty

The meaning of the word extricate is to free or remove from an entanglement or difficulty.

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WordMeaning
appreciateto grasp the nature, worth, quality, or significance of
swaythe action or an instance of swaying or of being swayed : an oscillating, fluctuating, or sweeping motion
penancean act of self-abasement, mortification (see mortification
murkycharacterized by a heavy dimness or obscurity caused by or like that caused by overhanging fog or smoke
historichistorical
baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
queerdiffering in some way from what is usual or normal : odd
integrateto form, coordinate, or blend into a functioning or unified whole : unite
irrelevantnot relevant : inapplicable
smarthaving or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent