GRE Word List

INVOKE

to petition for help or support

The meaning of the word invoke is to petition for help or support.

Random words

WordMeaning
deferput off
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
hyperboleextravagant exaggeration (such as "mile-high ice-cream cones")
specka small discoloration or spot especially from stain or decay
baffleto defeat or check (someone) by confusing or puzzling : to confuse or frustrate completely : disconcert
threadbarehaving the nap worn off so that the thread shows : shabby
mottledmarked with spots of different colors : having blotches of two or more colors
resilientcharacterized or marked by resilience: such as
outwitto get the better of by superior cleverness : outsmart
imperativenot to be avoided or evaded : necessary