GRE Word List

OVERWHELM

upset

The meaning of the word overwhelm is upset.

Random words

WordMeaning
inciteto move to action : stir up : spur on : urge on
iridescenthaving or exhibiting iridescence
cloistera monastic establishment
sultryvery hot and humid : sweltering
vignettea picture (such as an engraving or photograph) that shades off gradually into the surrounding paper
cohesionthe act or state of sticking together tightly
humblenot proud or haughty : not arrogant or assertive
repulseto drive or beat back : repel
staidmarked by settled sedateness and often prim self-restraint : sober
steeplofty