GRE Word List

PERFORATE

to make a hole through

The meaning of the word perforate is to make a hole through.

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WordMeaning
conglomeratemade up of parts from various sources or of various kinds
mockto treat with contempt or ridicule : deride
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penumbraa space of partial illumination (as in an eclipse) between the perfect shadow on all sides and the full light
equivocalsubject to two or more interpretations and usually used to mislead or confuse
eventualcontingent
hubrisexaggerated pride or self-confidence
plummetto fall perpendicularly
arrhythmiclacking rhythm or regularity
devolveto pass on (something, such as responsibility, rights, or powers) from one person or entity to another