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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| pragmatic | relating to matters of fact or practical affairs often to the exclusion of intellectual or artistic matters : practical as opposed to idealistic |
| figure | a number symbol : numeral |
| calculated | apt |
| plight | to put or give in pledge : engage |
| sanctuary | a consecrated place: such as |
| parable | a usually short fictitious story that illustrates a moral attitude or a religious principle |
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