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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WordMeaning
precursorone that precedes and indicates the approach of another
conclavea private meeting or secret assembly
unrequitednot requited : not reciprocated or returned in kind
auxiliaryoffering or providing help
shiftto exchange for or replace by another : change
rankrelative standing or position
peremptoryputting an end to or precluding a right of action, debate, or delay
conformitycorrespondence in form, manner, or character : agreement
assertto state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively
compunctionanxiety arising from awareness of guilt