GRE Word List

MAELSTROM

a powerful often violent whirlpool sucking in objects within a given radius

The meaning of the word maelstrom is a powerful often violent whirlpool sucking in objects within a given radius.

Random words

WordMeaning
delusivelikely to delude
rivetinghaving the power to fix the attention : engrossing
smeara viscous or sticky substance
hostilitydeep-seated usually mutual ill will
consummateextremely skilled and accomplished
ubiquitousexisting or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread
frustrateto balk or defeat in an endeavor
asinineextremely or utterly foolish or silly
abyssan immeasurably deep gulf or great space
attestto affirm to be true or genuine