GRE Word List
IMPLODE
to burst inward
The meaning of the word implode is to burst inward.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| demean | to lower in character, status, or reputation |
| ragamuffin | a ragged often disreputable person |
| pillory | a device formerly used for publicly punishing offenders consisting of a wooden frame with holes in which the head and hands can be locked |
| dogmatic | characterized by or given to the expression of opinions very strongly or positively as if they were facts |
| headstrong | not easily restrained : impatient of control, advice, or suggestions |
| flick | a light sharp jerky stroke or movement |
| retiring | reserved |
| supercilious | coolly and patronizingly haughty |
| brazen | made of brass |
| tickle | to touch (a body part, a person, etc.) lightly so as to excite the surface nerves and cause uneasiness, laughter, or spasmodic movements |