GRE Word List

PARRY

to ward off a weapon or blow

The meaning of the word parry is to ward off a weapon or blow.

Random words

WordMeaning
fawningseeking or used to seek approval or favor by means of flattery
awryoff the correct or expected course : amiss
immunenot susceptible or responsive
reiterateto state or do over again or repeatedly sometimes with wearying effect
representationalone that represents: such as
stygianof or relating to the river Styx
unrulynot readily ruled, disciplined, or managed
lancea steel-tipped spear carried by mounted knights or light cavalry
consternationamazement or dismay that hinders or throws into confusion
insolencethe quality or state of being insolent