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
endearmenta word or an act (such as a caress) expressing affection
cankeran erosive or spreading sore
inklinga slight knowledge or vague notion
shirkto go stealthily : sneak
septicof, relating to, or causing putrefaction
ramifyto split up into branches or constituent parts
misapprehensionto apprehend wrongly : misunderstand
precariousdependent on chance circumstances, unknown conditions, or uncertain developments
parryto ward off a weapon or blow
benignof a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life