GRE Word List
OSSIFY
to change into bone
The meaning of the word ossify is to change into bone.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| punitive | inflicting, involving, or aiming at punishment |
| wince | to shrink back involuntarily (as from pain) : flinch |
| academic | of, relating to, or associated with an academy or school especially of higher learning |
| placate | to soothe or mollify especially by concessions : appease |
| ingratiate | to gain favor or favorable acceptance for by deliberate effort |
| assert | to state or declare positively and often forcefully or aggressively |
| sturdy | firmly built or constituted : stout |
| dispassionate | not influenced by strong feeling |
| sow | an adult female swine |
| vigil | the act of keeping awake at times when sleep is customary |