GRE Word List

IMPLODE

to burst inward

The meaning of the word implode is to burst inward.

Random words

WordMeaning
propulsivetending or having power to propel
fiascoa complete failure
asymmetrichaving two sides or halves that are not the same : not symmetrical
purportto have the often specious appearance of being, intending, or claiming (something implied or inferred)
dossiera file containing detailed records on a particular person or subject
inordinateexceeding reasonable limits : immoderate
sphinx-likeenigmatic; mysterious
poseura person who pretends to be what he or she is not : an affected or insincere person
exorciseto expel (an evil spirit) by adjuration
sinistersingularly evil or productive of evil