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
propitiateto gain or regain the favor or goodwill of : appease
reverendworthy of reverence : revered
allayto subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate
stunto make senseless, groggy, or dizzy by or as if by a blow : daze
trepidationa nervous or fearful feeling of uncertain agitation : apprehension
temporizeto act to suit the time or occasion : yield to current or dominant opinion
insomniaprolonged and usually abnormal inability to get enough sleep especially due to trouble falling asleep or staying asleep
uprightperpendicular
sluggarda habitually lazy person
brawlto quarrel or fight noisily : wrangle