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 |
|---|---|
| metallurgical | the science and technology of metals |
| taint | to contaminate morally : corrupt |
| nirvana | the final beatitude (see beatitude |
| affidavit | a sworn statement in writing made especially under oath or on affirmation (see affirmation |
| discredit | to refuse to accept as true or accurate : disbelieve |
| parvenu | one that has recently or suddenly risen to an unaccustomed position of wealth or power and has not yet gained the prestige, dignity, or manner associated with it |
| bard | a tribal poet-singer skilled in composing and reciting verses on heroes and their deeds |
| idyll | a simple descriptive work in poetry or prose that deals with rustic life or pastoral scenes or suggests a mood of peace and contentment |
| mitigate | to cause to become less harsh or hostile : mollify |
| portly | dignified |