GRE Word List

IMPLODE

to burst inward

The meaning of the word implode is to burst inward.

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WordMeaning
tenaciousnot easily pulled apart : cohesive
rancorbitter deep-seated ill will
exiguousexcessively scanty : inadequate
amplifyto expand (something, such as a statement) by the use of detail or illustration or by closer analysis
depleteto empty of a principal substance
urgeto present, advocate, or demand earnestly or pressingly
solicitto make petition to : entreat
attributea quality, character, or characteristic ascribed to someone or something
distraitapprehensively divided or withdrawn in attention : distracted
impassionedfilled with passion or zeal : showing great warmth or intensity of feeling