GRE Word List

PLIGHT

to put or give in pledge : engage

The meaning of the word plight is to put or give in pledge : engage.

Random words

WordMeaning
dodderingfeeble
unravelto disengage or separate the threads of : disentangle
malfeasancewrongdoing or misconduct especially by a public official
stodgyhaving a rich filling quality : heavy
nepotismfavoritism (as in appointment to a job) based on kinship
startto move suddenly and violently : spring
titularhaving the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities
bestowto put to use : apply
frolicfull of fun : merry
embossto raise the surface of into bosses