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
infernalof or relating to a nether world of the dead
humdrummonotonous
defectionconscious abandonment of allegiance or duty (as to a person, cause, or doctrine) : desertion
affirmationthe act of affirming
irreparablenot reparable : irremediable
metallurgicalthe science and technology of metals
garnishdecorate
terminuseither end of a transportation line or travel route
vassala person under the protection of a feudal lord to whom he has vowed homage and fealty : a feudal tenant
mutabilityprone to change : inconstant