GRE Word List
ORIENT
to direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group
The meaning of the word orient is to direct (something, such as a book or film) toward the interests of a particular group.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| implicit | capable of being understood from something else though unexpressed : implied |
| astringent | causing a tightening of soft organic tissues : styptic |
| ubiquitous | existing or being everywhere at the same time : constantly encountered : widespread |
| pummel | pound |
| dilettante | a person having a superficial interest in an art or a branch of knowledge : dabbler |
| precipitant | precipitate |
| tangible | capable of being perceived especially by the sense of touch : palpable |
| anticlimax | the usually sudden transition in discourse from a significant idea to a trivial or ludicrous idea |
| concord | a state of agreement : harmony |
| superannuated | outmoded |