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.
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|---|---|
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| iridescent | having or exhibiting iridescence |
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| raiment | clothing |
| functionary | one who serves in a certain function |
| proscribe | to publish the name of as condemned to death with the property of the condemned forfeited to the state |
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| brawny | muscular |
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