GRE Word List

LACERATION

the act of lacerating

The meaning of the word laceration is the act of lacerating.

Random words

WordMeaning
besmirchto cause harm or damage to the purity, luster, or beauty of (something) : sully
avuncularsuggestive of an uncle especially in kindliness or geniality
visionaryhaving or marked by foresight and imagination
expiateto make amends for
plastera medicated or protective dressing that consists of a film (as of cloth or plastic) spread with a usually medicated substance
atheistica person who does not believe in the existence of a god or any gods : one who subscribes to or advocates atheism
ashenof, relating to, or made from ash wood
discreditto refuse to accept as true or accurate : disbelieve
ambushto attack by surprise from a hidden place : waylay
usurythe lending of money with an interest charge for its use