GRE Word List

IMPLODE

to burst inward

The meaning of the word implode is to burst inward.

Random words

WordMeaning
idylla simple descriptive work in poetry or prose that deals with rustic life or pastoral scenes or suggests a mood of peace and contentment
recessionthe act or action of receding : withdrawal
eerieso mysterious, strange, or unexpected as to send a chill up the spine
implicationsomething implied: such as
tribulationdistress or suffering resulting from oppression or persecution
exculpateto clear from alleged fault or guilt
rabblea disorganized or confused collection of things
rhapsodya portion of an epic poem adapted for recitation
indenturea document or a section of a document that is indented
elicitto call forth or draw out (something, such as information or a response)