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.

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WordMeaning
demurto take exception : object
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banteringto speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner
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discomfitto put into a state of perplexity and embarrassment : disconcert