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
immureto enclose within or as if within walls
shimmerto shine with a soft tremulous or fitful light : glimmer
propitiousfavorably disposed : benevolent
determinatehaving defined limits
annalsa record of events arranged in yearly sequence
mawkishlacking flavor or having an unpleasant taste
disquietudeanxiety
smatteringsuperficial piecemeal knowledge
feintsomething feigned
lethalof, relating to, or causing death