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.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| awful | extremely disagreeable or objectionable |
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
| nonentity | something that does not exist or exists only in the imagination |
| bask | to lie or relax in a pleasant warmth or atmosphere |
| laud | praise |
| intrude | to thrust oneself in without invitation, permission, or welcome |
| amulet | a charm (such as an ornament) often inscribed with a magic incantation or symbol to aid the wearer or protect against evil (such as disease or witchcraft) |
| benign | of a mild type or character that does not threaten health or life |
| placebo | a usually pharmacologically inert preparation prescribed more for the mental relief of the patient than for its actual effect on a disorder |
| dauntless | incapable of being intimidated or subdued : fearless |