GRE Word List

IMPLODE

to burst inward

The meaning of the word implode is to burst inward.

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gourmeta connoisseur of food and drink
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outcastone that is cast out or refused acceptance (as by society) : pariah
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crotchetygiven to crotchets (see crotchet
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