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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| dabble | to work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest |
| skulk | to move in a stealthy or furtive manner |
| imperil | to bring into peril : endanger |
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| figure | a number symbol : numeral |
| aver | to declare positively |
| prurient | marked by or arousing an immoderate or unwholesome interest or desire |
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