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.
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Word | Meaning |
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pacifist | an adherent to pacifism : someone who opposes war or violence as a means of settling disputes |
plight | to put or give in pledge : engage |
harrowing | acutely distressing or painful |
forestall | to exclude, hinder, or prevent (something) by prior occupation or measures |
wilt | loose freshness; droop |
intransigence | the quality or state of being intransigent |
indecisive | marked by or prone to indecision : irresolute |
foppish | foolish |
contrite | feeling or showing sorrow and remorse for improper or objectionable behavior, actions, etc. |
ineffectual | not producing the proper or intended effect : futile |