GRE Word List
PERPETUATE
to make perpetual or cause to last indefinitely
The meaning of the word perpetuate is to make perpetual or cause to last indefinitely.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| proliferate | to grow by rapid production of new parts, cells, buds, or offspring |
| conjure | to charge or entreat earnestly or solemnly |
| drastic | acting rapidly or violently |
| preempt | to acquire (something, such as land) by preemption |
| euthanasia | the act or practice of killing or permitting the death of hopelessly sick or injured individuals (such as persons or domestic animals) in a relatively painless way for reasons of mercy |
| apoplexy | stroke |
| constitution | the basic principles and laws of a nation, state, or social group that determine the powers and duties of the government and guarantee certain rights to the people in it |
| altercation | a noisy, heated, angry dispute |
| transcendental | transcendent |
| irreverence | lack of reverence |