GRE Word List

OCCLUDE

to close up or block off : obstruct

The meaning of the word occlude is to close up or block off : obstruct.

Random words

WordMeaning
cumbersomeunwieldy because of heaviness and bulk
loungeto act or move idly or lazily : loaf
smudgeto make a smudge on
inimicalbeing adverse often by reason of hostility or malevolence
exaltto raise in rank, power, or character
adjutanta staff officer in the army, air force, or marine corps who assists the commanding officer and is responsible especially for correspondence
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withdrawnremoved from immediate contact or easy approach : isolated
brandishto shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly
germinateto cause to sprout or develop