GRE Word List

FLUSH

to fly away suddenly

The meaning of the word flush is to fly away suddenly.

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gleanto gather grain or other produce left by reapers
ecstasya state of overwhelming emotion
archetypethe original pattern or model of which all things of the same type are representations or copies : prototype
ornithologista branch of zoology dealing with birds
grategrating
disheartento cause to lose hope, enthusiasm, or courage : to cause to lose spirit or morale
pulchritudephysical comeliness
incumbentthe holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice
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vapidlacking flavor, zest, interest, animation, or spirit : flat