GRE Word List

IMPORTUNE

to press or urge with troublesome persistence

The meaning of the word importune is to press or urge with troublesome persistence.

Random words

WordMeaning
odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance
undulatinghaving a wavy surface, edge, or markings
adjournto suspend indefinitely or until a later stated time
siftto put through a sieve
satirea literary work holding up human vices and follies to ridicule or scorn
hue_and_cryoutcry; loud cry or clamor; strong protest; Ex. hue and cry against the new rule
gratifyto be a source of or give pleasure or satisfaction to
recessthe action of receding : recession
gibeto utter taunting words
imperilto bring into peril : endanger