GRE Word List

PENETRATE

to pass into or through

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

Random words

WordMeaning
cordonan ornamental cord or ribbon
gistessence; main point; substance
taperto become progressively smaller toward one end
cisternan artificial reservoir (such as an underground tank) for storing liquids and especially water (such as rainwater)
resplendentshining brilliantly : characterized by a glowing splendor
impeachto charge with a crime or misdemeanor
abjureto renounce upon oath
expropriateto deprive of possession or proprietary rights
infirmitythe quality or state of being infirm
truisman undoubted or self-evident truth