GRE Word List

INTERVENE

to occur, fall, or come between points of time or events

The meaning of the word intervene is to occur, fall, or come between points of time or events.

Random words

WordMeaning
dintforce
ragamuffina ragged often disreputable person
amorousstrongly moved by love and especially sexual love
indignityan act that offends against a person's dignity or self-respect : insult
infestto spread or swarm in or over in a troublesome manner
holstera leather or fabric case for carrying a firearm on the person (as on the hip or chest), on a saddle, or in a vehicle
gullany of numerous long-winged web-footed aquatic birds (subfamily Larinae of the family Laridae)
odiumthe state or fact of being subjected to hatred and contempt as a result of a despicable act or blameworthy circumstance
forbearancea refraining from the enforcement of something (such as a debt, right, or obligation) that is due
ethosthe distinguishing character, sentiment, moral nature, or guiding beliefs of a person, group, or institution