GRE Word List
IMPERIL
to bring into peril : endanger
The meaning of the word imperil is to bring into peril : endanger.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| allegiance | the obligation of a feudal vassal to his liege lord |
| disjointed | being thrown out of orderly function |
| blithe | lacking due thought or consideration : casual |
| soothsayer | a person who predicts the future by magical, intuitive, or more rational means : prognosticator |
| generic | relating to or characteristic of a whole group or class : general |
| synthetic | relating to or involving synthesis : not analytic |
| zeal | eagerness and ardent interest in pursuit of something : fervor |
| dissuade | to advise (a person) against something |
| bar | a straight piece (as of wood or metal) that is longer than it is wide and has any of various uses (as for a lever, support, barrier, or fastening) |
| desperate | having lost hope |