GRE Word List
FLUTTER
to flap the wings rapidly
The meaning of the word flutter is to flap the wings rapidly.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pronounced | strongly marked : decided |
| bedraggle | to wet thoroughly |
| embrace | to clasp in the arms : hug |
| incredulous | unwilling to admit or accept what is offered as true : not credulous : skeptical |
| criteria | a standard on which a judgment or decision may be based |
| feud | a mutual enmity or quarrel that is often prolonged or inveterate (see inveterate |
| holocaust | a sacrifice (see sacrifice |
| beget | to procreate as the father : sire |
| detain | to hold or keep in or as if in custody |
| ornithologist | a branch of zoology dealing with birds |