GRE Word List
IRATE
roused to ire
The meaning of the word irate is roused to ire.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
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| articulate | expressing oneself readily, clearly, and effectively |
| reprove | to scold or correct usually gently or with kindly intent |
| crossbreed | hybridize |
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