GRE Word List
HEW
to cut with blows of a heavy cutting instrument
The meaning of the word hew is to cut with blows of a heavy cutting instrument.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| proselytize | to induce someone to convert to one's faith |
| benediction | the invocation (see invocation |
| qualms | a feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety |
| sledge | sledgehammer |
| vilify | to utter slanderous and abusive statements against : defame |
| salubrious | favorable to or promoting health or well-being |
| detonation | the action or process of detonating |
| obsolete | no longer in use or no longer useful |
| subside | to sink or fall to the bottom : settle |
| malingerer | to pretend or exaggerate incapacity or illness (as to avoid duty or work) |