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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| fickle | marked by lack of steadfastness, constancy, or stability : given to erratic changeableness |
| outwit | to get the better of by superior cleverness : outsmart |
| susceptible | capable of submitting to an action, process, or operation |
| pittance | a small portion, amount, or allowance |
| authoritarian | of, relating to, or favoring blind submission to authority |
| regiment | a military unit consisting usually of a number of battalions |
| mawkish | lacking flavor or having an unpleasant taste |
| prompt | to move to action : incite |
| fulsome | characterized by abundance : copious |
| plausible | superficially fair, reasonable, or valuable but often specious |