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
rivetinghaving the power to fix the attention : engrossing
disparageto depreciate (see depreciate
adaptto make fit (as for a new use) often by modification
fledglinga young bird just fledged (see fledge
contendto strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle
collateto compare critically
outlooka place offering a view
smughighly self-satisfied
applicationan act of applying:
bequeathto give or leave by will (see will