GRE Word List

PERPETRATE

to bring about or carry out (something, such as a crime or deception) : commit

The meaning of the word perpetrate is to bring about or carry out (something, such as a crime or deception) : commit.

Random words

WordMeaning
plumpto drop, sink, or come in contact suddenly or heavily
cleaveto adhere firmly and closely or loyally and unwaveringly
miteany of numerous small acarid arachnids that often infest animals, plants, and stored foods and include important disease vectors
innovationa new idea, method, or device : novelty
creepto move along with the body prone and close to the ground
ferreta domesticated usually albino, brownish, or silver-gray animal (Mustela putorius furo) that is descended from the European polecat
lotan object used as a counter in determining a question by chance see also throw in one's lot with
collationa light meal allowed on fast days in place of lunch or supper
dilatorytending or intended to cause delay
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate