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
cavaliermarked by or given to offhand and often disdainful (see disdain
allayto subdue or reduce in intensity or severity : alleviate
infinitesimalimmeasurably or incalculably small
pungentsharply painful
cessationa temporary or final ceasing (as of action) : stop
brocadea rich silk fabric with raised patterns in gold and silver
oatha solemn usually formal calling upon God or a god to witness to the truth of what one says or to witness that one sincerely intends to do what one says
abashto destroy the self-possession or self-confidence of (someone) : disconcert
armadaa fleet of warships
juxtaposeto place (different things) side by side (as to compare them or contrast them or to create an interesting effect)