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
kenthe range of perception, understanding, or knowledge
laitythe people of a religious faith as distinguished from its clergy
languiddrooping or flagging from or as if from exhaustion : weak
inclinedhaving inclination, disposition, or tendency
foiblethe part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point
raspyharsh
cynosurethe northern constellation Ursa Minor
adjurationa solemn oath
tempestuousof, relating to, or resembling a tempest : turbulent
perjurythe voluntary violation of an oath or vow either by swearing to what is untrue or by omission to do what has been promised under oath : false swearing