GRE Word List

IMPERIL

to bring into peril : endanger

The meaning of the word imperil is to bring into peril : endanger.

Random words

WordMeaning
disgorgeto discharge by the throat and mouth : vomit
surmisea thought or idea based on scanty evidence : conjecture
underlyinglying beneath or below
irremediablenot remediable
staminathe bodily or mental capacity to sustain a prolonged stressful effort or activity : endurance
loga usually bulky piece or length of a cut or fallen tree
hostilitydeep-seated usually mutual ill will
kaleidoscopean instrument containing loose bits of colored material (such as glass or plastic) between two flat plates and two plane mirrors so placed that changes of position of the bits of material are reflected in an endless variety of patterns
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
absolveto set (someone) free from an obligation or the consequences of guilt