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
illusiona misleading image presented to the vision : optical illusion
bombastpretentious inflated speech or writing
incurto become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself
amuleta charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft)
mulctfine
surrogateone appointed to act in place of another : deputy
gaffea social or diplomatic blunder
arborealof, relating to, or resembling a tree
coddleto cook (something, such as eggs) in liquid slowly and gently just below the boiling point
dissensiondisagreement