GRE Word List

IMPLODE

to burst inward

The meaning of the word implode is to burst inward.

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stem_fromarise from; originate from
protagonistthe principal character in a literary work (such as a drama or story)
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debaseto lower in status, esteem, quality, or character
throespang
rebuffto reject or criticize sharply : snub
vacuousemptied of or lacking content
codifyto reduce to a code
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