GRE Word List

IMPINGE

encroach

The meaning of the word impinge is encroach.

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vultureany of various large birds (families Accipitridae and Cathartidae) that are related to the hawks, eagles, and falcons but have weaker claws and the head usually naked and that subsist chiefly or entirely on carrion
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
skinflinta person who would save, gain, or extort money by any means : miser
resplendentshining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor
apoplexystroke
retortto pay or hurl back : return
tacta keen sense of what to do or say in order to maintain good relations with others or avoid offense
franchisethe right or license granted to an individual or group to market a company's goods or services in a particular territory
allureto entice by charm or attraction
adjurationa solemn oath