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
Word | Meaning |
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contagion | a contagious disease |
onus | burden |
supernumerary | exceeding the usual, stated, or prescribed number |
lode | waterway |
apparent | open to view : visible |
linger | to be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry |
transitory | of brief duration : temporary |
relish | characteristic flavor |
demoniac | possessed or influenced by a demon |
unceremonious | not ceremonious : informal |