GRE Word List

PERTURB

to cause to be worried or upset : disquiet

The meaning of the word perturb is to cause to be worried or upset : disquiet.

Random words

WordMeaning
harbora place of security and comfort : refuge
fulcrumprop
rakean implement equipped with projecting prongs to gather material (such as leaves) or for loosening or smoothing the surface of the ground
hedonista person who is devoted to the pursuit of pleasure : someone who practices hedonism
anomalysomething different, abnormal, peculiar, or not easily classified : something anomalous
ungainlylacking in smoothness or dexterity : clumsy
bravehaving or showing mental or moral strength to face danger, fear, or difficulty : having or showing courage
ligneousof or resembling wood
dishonorlack or loss of honor or reputation
satellitea celestial body orbiting another of larger size