GRE Word List

MANGLE

to injure with deep disfiguring wounds by cutting, tearing, or crushing

The meaning of the word mangle is to injure with deep disfiguring wounds by cutting, tearing, or crushing.

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WordMeaning
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desecrateto violate the sanctity of : profane
antagonismopposition of a conflicting force, tendency, or principle
diademcrown
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verisimilarhaving the appearance of truth : probable
apathylack of feeling or emotion : impassiveness