GRE Word List

OBTRUDE

to thrust out : extrude

The meaning of the word obtrude is to thrust out : extrude.

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WordMeaning
enclavea distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory
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diaphanouscharacterized by such fineness of texture as to permit seeing through
extantcurrently or actually existing
garishclothed in vivid colors
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