GRE Word List
FLOURISH
to grow luxuriantly : thrive
The meaning of the word flourish is to grow luxuriantly : thrive.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| uniformity | the quality or state of being uniform |
| deadlock | a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill |
| cloister | a monastic establishment |
| phalanx | a body of heavily armed infantry in ancient Greece formed in close deep ranks and files |
| boisterous | noisily turbulent : rowdy |
| microcosm | a little world |
| enclave | a distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory |
| introvert | a person whose personality is characterized by introversion : a typically reserved or quiet person who tends to be introspective and enjoys spending time alone |
| deputize | to appoint as deputy |
| bar | a straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening) |