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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| addle | rotten |
| turncoat | one who switches to an opposing side or party |
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| brocade | a rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver |
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| pulchritude | physical comeliness |
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