GRE Word List
MAYHEM
needless or willful damage or violence
The meaning of the word mayhem is needless or willful damage or violence.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| renown | a state of being widely acclaimed and highly honored : fame |
| imbroglio | an acutely painful or embarrassing misunderstanding |
| contortions | to twist in a violent manner |
| extirpate | to destroy completely : wipe out |
| aristocracy | government by the best individuals or by a small privileged class |
| provender | dry food for domestic animals : feed |
| phenomena | phenomenon |
| righteous | acting in accord with divine or moral law : free from guilt or sin |
| tentative | not fully worked out or developed |
| commandeer | to compel to perform military service |