GRE Word List

IMPLODE

to burst inward

The meaning of the word implode is to burst inward.

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WordMeaning
disbandto break up the organization of : dissolve
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quirkan abrupt twist or curve
respitea period of temporary delay
proteanof or resembling Proteus in having a varied nature or ability to assume different forms
ascendancygoverning or controlling influence : domination
salaciousarousing or appealing to sexual desire or imagination
plaitpleat
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