GRE Word List
INSTIGATE
to goad or urge forward : provoke
The meaning of the word instigate is to goad or urge forward : provoke.
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|---|---|
| burgeon | to send forth new growth (such as buds or branches) : sprout |
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| courier | messenger |
| stratum | a bed or layer artificially made |
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| touching | capable of arousing emotions of tenderness or compassion |
| flowery | of, relating to, or resembling flowers |
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| bigot | a person who is obstinately or intolerantly devoted to his or her own opinions and prejudices |
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