GRE Word List
IMPEDIMENT
something that impedes
The meaning of the word impediment is something that impedes.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| indemnify | to secure against hurt, loss, or damage |
| smelt | any of a family (Osmeridae) of small bony fishes that closely resemble the trouts in general structure, live along coasts and ascend rivers to spawn or are landlocked, and have delicate oily flesh with a distinctive odor and taste |
| patronize | to act as patron of : provide aid or support for |
| cognizance | a distinguishing mark or emblem (such as a heraldic bearing) |
| bearing | the manner in which one behaves or comports oneself : the manner in which one bears (see bear |
| whine | to utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry |
| deviate | to stray especially from a standard, principle, or topic |
| smart | having or showing a high degree of mental ability : intelligent |
| gusto | an individual or special taste |
| elusive | tending to elude: such as |