GRE Word List

LUBRICATE

to make smooth or slippery

The meaning of the word lubricate is to make smooth or slippery.

Random words

WordMeaning
temporizeto act to suit the time or occasion : yield to current or dominant opinion
rivetinghaving the power to fix the attention : engrossing
hoarda supply or fund stored up and often hidden away
exhilaratingcausing strong feelings of happy excitement and elation : thrilling
arduoushard to accomplish or achieve : difficult
irreparablenot reparable : irremediable
vanguardthe forefront of an action or movement
vigilthe act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary
grandiloquenta lofty, extravagantly colorful, pompous, or bombastic style, manner, or quality especially in language
inertlacking the power to move