GRE Word List
INVOKE
to petition for help or support
The meaning of the word invoke is to petition for help or support.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| glossy | having a surface luster or brightness |
| relic | an object esteemed and venerated because of association with a saint or martyr |
| scruple | a unit of capacity equal to ¹/₂₄ Apothecaries' ounce see Weights and Measures Table |
| apotheosis | the perfect form or example of something : quintessence |
| emolument | the returns arising from office or employment usually in the form of compensation or perquisites |
| consternation | amazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion |
| definitive | serving to provide a final solution or to end a situation |
| exorbitant | not coming within the scope of the law |
| hardy | bold |
| sadistic | of, relating to, or characterized by sadism |