GRE Word List
IMMOLATE
to kill or destroy especially by fire
The meaning of the word immolate is to kill or destroy especially by fire.
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| chaperon | a person (such as a matron) who for propriety (see propriety |
| cognizance | a distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing) |
| qualms | a feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or propriety |
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| surge | to rise and fall actively : toss |
| lance | a steel-tipped spear carried by mounted knights or light cavalry |
| askew | out of line : at an angle |
| receptive | able or inclined to receive |
| insouciant | lighthearted unconcern : nonchalance |
| prompt | to move to action : incite |