GRE Word List

OBLITERATE

to remove utterly from recognition or memory

The meaning of the word obliterate is to remove utterly from recognition or memory.

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addictiona compulsive, chronic, physiological or psychological need for a habit-forming substance, behavior, or activity having harmful physical, psychological, or social effects and typically causing well-defined symptoms (such as anxiety, irritability, tremors, or nausea) upon withdrawal or abstinence : the state of being addicted
witlessdestitute of wit or understanding : foolish
ruffiana brutal person : bully
vacillateto waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses
carnalrelating to or given to crude bodily pleasures and appetites
integrityfirm adherence to a code of especially moral or artistic values : incorruptibility
nursea person who cares for the sick or infirm
claspa device (such as a hook) for holding objects or parts together
discernibleable to be perceived by a sense (such as sight or smell) or by the mind : capable of being discerned
wilyfull of wiles : crafty