GRE Word List

IMPLODE

to burst inward

The meaning of the word implode is to burst inward.

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WordMeaning
wrytwist
graduatedmarked with divisions indicating degrees or units of measurement
clandestinemarked by, held in, or conducted with secrecy : surreptitious
extortto obtain from a person by force, intimidation, or undue or illegal power : wring
deportto send out of the country by legal deportation
rigorharsh inflexibility in opinion, temper, or judgment : severity
gruesomeinspiring horror or repulsion : grisly
tolla tax or fee paid for some liberty or privilege (as of passing over a highway or bridge)
denigrateto attack the reputation of : defame
refuseto express oneself as unwilling to accept