GRE Word List

IMPLODE

to burst inward

The meaning of the word implode is to burst inward.

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WordMeaning
annuitya sum of money payable yearly or at other regular intervals
estrangedhaving lost former closeness and affection : in a state of alienation from a previous close or familial relationship
placidserenely free of interruption or disturbance
benevolentmarked by or disposed to doing good
versatileembracing a variety of subjects, fields, or skills
turbulencethe quality or state of being turbulent: such as
cohereto hold together firmly as parts of the same mass
staidmarked by settled sedateness and often prim self-restraint : sober
cohesionthe act or state of sticking together tightly
insidioushaving a gradual and cumulative effect : subtle