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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foresightan act or the power of foreseeing : prescience
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chroniccontinuing or occurring again and again for a long time
perturbto cause to be worried or upset : disquiet
pulpitan elevated platform or high reading desk used in preaching or conducting a worship service
renounceto give up, refuse, or resign usually by formal declaration
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