GRE Word List

FOIL

to prevent from attaining an end : defeat

The meaning of the word foil is to prevent from attaining an end : defeat.

Random words

WordMeaning
residuesomething that remains after a part is taken, separated, or designated or after the completion of a process : remnant
renditionthe act or result of rendering something: such as
disclaimto make a disclaimer
laceto draw together the edges of by or as if by a lace passed through eyelets
epauletsomething that ornaments or protects the shoulder: such as
sardonicdisdainfully or skeptically humorous : derisively mocking
trappingsoutward signs
abeyancea state of temporary inactivity : suspension
triviaunimportant matters : trivial facts or details
paragona model of excellence or perfection