GRE Word List

LIONIZE

to treat as an object of great interest or importance

The meaning of the word lionize is to treat as an object of great interest or importance.

Random words

WordMeaning
posturethe position or bearing of the body whether characteristic or assumed for a special purpose
bilkto block the free development of : frustrate
deltathe 4th letter of the Greek alphabet see Alphabet Table
stoopto bend the body or a part of the body forward and downward sometimes simultaneously bending the knees
espousemarry
catharsispurification or purgation of the emotions (such as pity and fear) primarily through art
forfeitsomething forfeited or subject to being forfeited (as for a crime, offense, or neglect of duty) : penalty
perditioneternal damnation
doldrumsa spell of listlessness or despondency
poseura person who pretends to be what he or she is not : an affected or insincere person