GRE Word List

IMPINGE

encroach

The meaning of the word impinge is encroach.

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WordMeaning
taintto contaminate morally : corrupt
voluptuoussuggesting sensual pleasure by fullness and beauty of form
aspersiona false or misleading charge meant to harm someone's reputation
rationa food allowance for one day
worldlyof, relating to, or devoted to this world and its pursuits rather than to religion or spiritual affairs
dubiousunsettled in opinion : doubtful
desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
aristocracygovernment by the best individuals or by a small privileged class
megalomaniaa mania (see mania
disparageto depreciate (see depreciate