GRE Word List
ONSLAUGHT
an especially fierce attack
The meaning of the word onslaught is an especially fierce attack.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| wrest | to pull, force, or move by violent wringing or twisting movements |
| dexterous | mentally adroit and skillful : clever |
| asunder | into parts |
| reverend | worthy of reverence : revered |
| brandish | to shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly |
| deadlock | a state of inaction or neutralization resulting from the opposition of equally powerful uncompromising persons or factions : standstill |
| blandishment | something that tends to coax or cajole : allurement |
| prop | something that props or sustains : support |
| shove | to push along |
| offensive | making attack : aggressive |