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 |
|---|---|
| tantalize | to tease or torment by or as if by presenting something desirable to the view but continually keeping it out of reach |
| eccentric | deviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways |
| bargain | an agreement between parties settling what each gives or receives in a transaction between them or what course of action or policy each pursues in respect to the other |
| synthesis | the composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole |
| jumble | to move in a confused or disordered manner |
| dire | exciting horror |
| prophylactic | guarding from or preventing the spread or occurrence of disease or infection |
| rendezvous | a place appointed for assembling or meeting |
| pragmatist | a practical approach to problems and affairs |
| obeisance | a movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow |