GRE Word List

LATCH

to lay hold with or as if with the hands or arms

The meaning of the word latch is to lay hold with or as if with the hands or arms.

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WordMeaning
abrasivecausing damage, wear, or removal of surface material by grinding or rubbing : tending to abrade
oligarchygovernment by the few
stupefyto make stupid, groggy, or insensible
loatheto dislike greatly and often with disgust or intolerance : detest
exonerateto relieve of a responsibility, obligation, or hardship
nadirthe point of the celestial sphere that is directly opposite the zenith and vertically downward from the observer
terminuseither end of a transportation line or travel route
meleea confused struggle
prevailto gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph
capitulateto surrender often after negotiation of terms