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 |
|---|---|
| heterodox | contrary to or different from an acknowledged standard, a traditional form, or an established religion : unorthodox |
| resentment | a feeling of indignant displeasure or persistent ill will at something regarded as a wrong, insult, or injury |
| requiem | a mass for the dead |
| desolate | devoid of inhabitants and visitors : deserted |
| breach | infraction or violation of a law, obligation, tie, or standard |
| moratorium | a legally authorized period of delay in the performance of a legal obligation or the payment of a debt |
| combustible | capable of combustion |
| commune | talk over |
| wrest | to pull, force, or move by violent wringing or twisting movements |
| eclipse | the total or partial obscuring of one celestial body by another |