GRE Word List

PERUSE

to examine or consider with attention and in detail : study

The meaning of the word peruse is to examine or consider with attention and in detail : study.

Random words

WordMeaning
contemptthe act of despising : the state of mind of one who despises : disdain
repercussionreflection
multiplicitythe quality or state of being multiple or various
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punyslight or inferior in power, size, or importance : weak
presumptuousoverstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties
vigilantea member of a volunteer committee organized to suppress and punish crime summarily (as when the processes of law are viewed as inadequate)
carriondead and putrefying flesh
depreciateto lower in honor or esteem
polarizeto cause to vibrate in a definite pattern