GRE Word List

FORAY

a sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid

The meaning of the word foray is a sudden or irregular invasion or attack for war or spoils : raid.

Random words

WordMeaning
peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay
executeto carry out fully : put completely into effect
unwontedbeing out of the ordinary : rare
forthrightfree from ambiguity or evasiveness : going straight to the point
primatea bishop who has precedence in a province, a group of provinces, or a nation
antecedeprecede
witherto become dry and sapless
reputableenjoying good repute : held in esteem
clapto strike (two things, such as two flat, hard surfaces) together so as to produce a sharp percussive noise
blithelacking due thought or consideration : casual