GRE Word List

FLICKER

to move irregularly or unsteadily : flutter

The meaning of the word flicker is to move irregularly or unsteadily : flutter.

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WordMeaning
disapprobationthe act or state of disapproving : the state of being disapproved : condemnation
concessionthe act or an instance of conceding (as by granting something as a right, accepting something as true, or acknowledging defeat)
impugnto assail by words or arguments : oppose or attack as false or lacking integrity
abscondto depart secretly and hide oneself
addictiona compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, behavior, or activity having harmful physical, psychological, or social effects and typically causing well-defined symptoms (such as anxiety, irritability, tremors, or nausea) upon withdrawal or abstinence : the state of being addicted
inundateoverwhelm
painstakingtaking pains : expending, showing, or involving diligent care and effort
underlyinglying beneath or below
serpentineof or resembling a serpent (as in form or movement)
plausiblesuperficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious