GRE Word List
FOMENT
to promote the growth or development of : rouse
The meaning of the word foment is to promote the growth or development of : rouse.
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pastry | a dough that is used to make pies and other baked goods and typically has a high fat content : paste |
excerpt | a passage (as from a book or musical composition) selected, performed, or copied : extract |
diffidence | the quality or state of being unassertive or bashful : the quality or state of being diffident |
falter | to walk unsteadily : stumble |
effervescence | the property of forming bubbles : the action or process of effervescing |
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tremor | a trembling or shaking usually from physical weakness, emotional stress, or disease |
warble | a melodious succession of low pleasing sounds |
indignation | anger aroused by something unjust, unworthy, or mean |
coin | corner |