GRE Word List
FORESTALL
to exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures
The meaning of the word forestall is to exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| underscore | to draw a line under : underline |
| exploit | deed |
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| calumny | a misrepresentation intended to harm another's reputation |
| putrefy | to make putrid |
| peroration | the concluding part of a discourse and especially an oration |
| glut | to flood (the market) with goods so that supply exceeds demand |
| collected | gathered together |
| confound | to throw (a person) into confusion or perplexity |
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