GRE Word List
IMPINGE
encroach
The meaning of the word impinge is encroach.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| extradition | the surrender of an alleged criminal usually under the provisions of a treaty or statute by one authority (such as a state) to another having jurisdiction to try the charge |
| castigation | to subject to severe punishment, reproof, or criticism |
| proletarian | a member of the proletariat |
| rail | a bar extending from one post or support to another and serving as a guard or barrier |
| integrate | to form, coordinate, or blend into a functioning or unified whole : unite |
| crossbreed | hybridize |
| wane | to decrease in size, extent, or degree : dwindle |
| extort | to obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring |
| scaffold | a temporary or movable platform for workers (such as bricklayers, painters, or miners) to stand or sit on when working at a height above the floor or ground |
| absolute | free from imperfection : perfect |