GRE Word List

FLUSH

to fly away suddenly

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

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synthesisthe composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole
solaceto give comfort to in grief or misfortune : console
purportedreputed
oligarchygovernment by the few
pensivemusingly or dreamily thoughtful
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extenuateto lessen or to try to lessen the seriousness or extent of (something, such as a fault or offense) by making partial excuses : mitigate
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devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another