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
indeliblethat cannot be removed, washed away, or erased
cowthe mature female of cattle (genus Bos)
preemptto acquire (something, such as land) by preemption
rompone that romps
incessantcontinuing or following without interruption : unceasing
resumptionan act or instance of resuming : recommencement
ramifyto split up into branches or constituent parts
decantto draw off (a liquid) without disturbing the sediment or the lower liquid layers
incurto become liable or subject to : bring down upon oneself
mediateoccupying a middle position