GRE Word List
PALPITATE
to beat rapidly and strongly : throb
The meaning of the word palpitate is to beat rapidly and strongly : throb.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| disfigure | to impair (as in beauty) by deep and persistent injuries |
| egotism | excessive use of the first person singular personal pronoun |
| rebate | to reduce the force or activity of : diminish |
| bridle | the headgear with which a horse is governed and which carries a bit (see bit |
| linger | to be slow in parting or in quitting something : tarry |
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| imprecation | curse |
| unprepossessing | not tending to create a favorable impression : not prepossessing |
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