GRE Word List
KINDLE
to start (a fire) burning : light
The meaning of the word kindle is to start (a fire) burning : light.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| self-righteous | convinced of one's own righteousness especially in contrast with the actions and beliefs of others : narrow-mindedly moralistic |
| meretricious | of or relating to a prostitute : having the nature of prostitution |
| parameter | an arbitrary constant whose value characterizes a member of a system (such as a family of curves) |
| abase | to lower in rank, office, prestige, or esteem |
| platitude | the quality or state of being dull or insipid |
| overt | open to view : manifest |
| brackish | somewhat salty |
| incline | to bend the head or body forward : bow |
| vogue | popular acceptation or favor : popularity |
| consolidation | the act or process of consolidating : the state of being consolidated |