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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WordMeaning
poreto gaze intently
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victualsfood usable by people
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incarcerateto put in prison
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comprehensivecovering completely or broadly : inclusive
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