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
unceremoniousnot ceremonious : informal
gleanto gather grain or other produce left by reapers
fleecethe coat of wool covering a wool-bearing animal (such as a sheep)
culinaryof or relating to the kitchen or cookery
gallowsa frame usually of two upright posts and a transverse beam from which criminals are hanged
extraneousexisting on or coming from the outside
idiosyncrasya peculiarity of constitution or temperament : an individualizing characteristic or quality
insurgenta person who revolts against civil authority or an established government
sporadicoccurring occasionally, singly, or in irregular or random instances
rousinggiving rise to excitement : stirring