GRE Word List
HIBERNATE
to pass the winter in a torpid or resting state
The meaning of the word hibernate is to pass the winter in a torpid or resting state.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| adversary | one that contends with, opposes, or resists : an enemy or opponent |
| consanguineous | of the same blood or origin |
| precipice | a very steep or overhanging place |
| recreant | crying for mercy : cowardly |
| homeostasis | a relatively stable state of equilibrium or a tendency toward such a state between the different but interdependent elements or groups of elements of an organism, population, or group |
| vendetta | blood feud |
| inveigle | to win over by wiles : entice |
| visceral | felt in or as if in the internal organs of the body : deep |
| animosity | a strong feeling of dislike or hatred : ill will or resentment tending toward active hostility : an antagonistic attitude |
| saunter | to walk about in an idle or leisurely manner : stroll |