GRE Word List
MUTILATE
to cut up or alter radically so as to make imperfect
The meaning of the word mutilate is to cut up or alter radically so as to make imperfect.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pacify | to allay the anger or agitation of : soothe |
| reverent | expressing or characterized by reverence : worshipful |
| abominable | worthy of or causing disgust or hatred : detestable |
| plebiscite | a vote by which the people of an entire country or district express an opinion for or against a proposal especially on a choice of government or ruler |
| cantankerous | difficult or irritating to deal with |
| knell | a stroke or sound of a bell especially when rung slowly (as for a death, funeral, or disaster) |
| revulsion | a strong pulling or drawing away : withdrawal |
| brochure | pamphlet |
| infraction | the act of infringing : violation |
| implode | to burst inward |