GRE Word List

PILFER

steal

The meaning of the word pilfer is steal.

Random words

WordMeaning
barragea dam placed in a watercourse to increase the depth of water or to divert it into a channel for navigation or irrigation
unkemptnot combed
conveyancethe action of conveying
demeanorbehavior toward others : outward manner
paraphrasea restatement of a text, passage, or work giving the meaning in another form
whetto sharpen by rubbing on or with something (such as a stone)
crestfallenhaving a drooping crest or hanging head
arduoushard to accomplish or achieve : difficult
swipea strong sweeping blow
obeisancea movement of the body made in token of respect or submission : bow