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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| syllogism | a deductive scheme of a formal argument consisting of a major and a minor premise and a conclusion (as in "every virtue is laudable; kindness is a virtue; therefore kindness is laudable") |
| hypocritical | characterized by behavior that contradicts what one claims to believe or feel : characterized by hypocrisy |
| canto | one of the major divisions of a long poem |
| contend | to strive or vie in contest or rivalry or against difficulties : struggle |
| pessimism | an inclination to emphasize adverse aspects, conditions, and possibilities or to expect the worst possible outcome |
| inclement | lacking mildness: such as |
| harbor | a place of security and comfort : refuge |
| citadel | a fortress that commands (see command |
| eccentric | deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways |
| witless | destitute of wit or understanding : foolish |