GRE Word List
FATHOM
comprehend; investigate; determine the depth of; N. unit of measurement for the depth of water
The meaning of the word fathom is comprehend; investigate; determine the depth of; N. unit of measurement for the depth of water.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| start | move suddenly or involuntarily; Ex. start at the sight of a snake |
| statutory | created by statute or legislative action; regulated by statute; Ex. statutory age limit |
| brandish | wave around (a weapon); flourish |
| oust | expel; drive out; force out; N. ouster: ousting |
| nourish | provide with food necessary for life and growth |
| enthrall | capture; enslave; captivate; hold the complete attention of (as if magic); hold spellbound |
| alcove | nook; recess |
| dissuade | persuade not to do; discourage; N. dissuasion |
| decrepitude | state of collapse or weakness caused by illness or old age |
| capacious | spacious |
