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
broochan ornament that is held by a pin or clasp and is worn at or near the neck
remonstrateto present and urge reasons in opposition : expostulate
trepidationa nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation : apprehension
dozeto sleep lightly
scantylimited or less than sufficient in degree, quantity, or extent
incredulitythe quality or state of being incredulous : disbelief
vestigea trace, mark, or visible sign left by something (such as an ancient city or a condition or practice) vanished or lost
immunenot susceptible or responsive
disavowalto deny responsibility for : repudiate
nectarthe drink of the Greek and Roman gods