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
sordidmarked by baseness or grossness : vile
fusilladea number of shots fired simultaneously or in rapid succession
repelto drive back : repulse
curatora person who oversees or manages a place (such as a museum or zoo) that offers exhibits
introspectivecharacterized by examination of one's own thoughts and feelings : thoughtfully reflective : employing, marked by, or tending to introspection
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misogynista person who hates or discriminates against women : a misogynistic person
defeatistan attitude of accepting, expecting, or being resigned to defeat
understateto represent as less than is the case
bilkto block the free development of : frustrate