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.

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WordMeaning
veracityconformity with truth or fact : accuracy
seminaryan environment in which something originates and from which it is propagated
misgivingsa feeling of doubt or suspicion especially concerning a future event
fancierone that has a special liking or interest
resumptionan act or instance of resuming : recommencement
vultureany of various large birds (families Accipitridae and Cathartidae) that are related to the hawks, eagles, and falcons but have weaker claws and the head usually naked and that subsist chiefly or entirely on carrion
acrimoniousangry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner
predilectionan established preference for something
shiftto exchange for or replace by another : change
obviateto anticipate and prevent (something, such as a situation) or make (an action) unnecessary