GRE Word List

LURK

to lie in wait in a place of concealment especially for an evil purpose

The meaning of the word lurk is to lie in wait in a place of concealment especially for an evil purpose.

Random words

WordMeaning
surmisea thought or idea based on scanty evidence : conjecture
obfuscateto throw into shadow : darken
proclivityan inclination or predisposition toward something
psychicof or relating to the psyche : psychogenic
unprepossessingnot tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing
indiscriminatenot marked by careful distinction : deficient in discrimination and discernment
impotentnot potent : lacking in power, strength, or vigor : helpless
repelto drive back : repulse
stealtha cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection
confiscateappropriated by the government : forfeited