GRE Word List
PERFORATE
pierce; put a hole through
The meaning of the word perforate is pierce; put a hole through.
Random words
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pedestal | support or base as for a pillar or statue |
martyr | one who voluntarily suffers death for his or her religion or cause; great sufferer; Ex. martyr to his rheumatism |
hazardous | dangerous |
dribble | flow or fall in drops; let saliva flow out slowly from the mouth; move a ball; N. |
courier | messenger |
statutory | created by statute or legislative action; regulated by statute; Ex. statutory age limit |
fawning | courting favor by cringing and flattering; V. fawn: exhibit affection as a dog; seek favor or attention by obsequiousness |
wary | very cautious; watchful |
deciduous | falling off at a specific season or stage of growth as of leaves; Ex. deciduous tree/teeth |
explicit | totally clear; definite; outspoken |