GRE Word List
IGNITE
to set afire
The meaning of the word ignite is to set afire.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| hamper | to restrict the movement of by bonds or obstacles : impede |
| wither | to become dry and sapless |
| whiff | a quick puff or slight gust especially of air, odor, gas, smoke, or spray |
| fringe | an ornamental border consisting of short straight or twisted threads or strips hanging from cut or raveled edges or from a separate band |
| officious | volunteering one's services where they are neither asked nor needed : meddlesome |
| withstand | to stand up against : oppose with firm determination |
| discernible | able to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned |
| yore | time past and especially long past |
| avid | characterized by enthusiasm and vigorous pursuit : very eager and enthusiastic |
| cerebration | to use the mind : think |