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.

Random words

WordMeaning
earthlycharacteristic of or belonging to this earth
robusthaving or exhibiting strength or vigorous health
begrudgeto give or concede reluctantly or with displeasure
liaisona binding or thickening agent used in cooking
sleeperone that sleeps
catholicroman catholic
dabbleto work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest
homeostasisa relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group
nauseaa stomach distress with distaste for food and an urge to vomit
filchto steal secretly or casually