GRE Word List

PENETRATE

to pass into or through

The meaning of the word penetrate is to pass into or through.

Random words

WordMeaning
dismissto permit or cause to leave
philanthropistone who makes an active effort to promote human welfare : a person who practices philanthropy
obstreperousmarked by unruly or aggressive noisiness : clamorous
outwitto get the better of by superior cleverness : outsmart
inveigleto win over by wiles : entice
dignitaryone who possesses exalted rank or holds a position of dignity or honor
extolto praise highly : glorify
umbragea feeling of pique or resentment at some often fancied slight or insult
beneficentdoing or producing good
substantivehaving substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned