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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WordMeaning
pompositypompous demeanor, speech, or behavior
polaritythe quality or condition inherent in a body that exhibits opposite properties or powers in opposite parts or directions or that exhibits contrasted properties or powers in contrasted parts or directions : the condition of having poles
agrarianof or relating to fields or lands or their tenure
transportto transfer or convey from one place to another
disinterto take out of the grave or tomb
blithelacking due thought or consideration : casual
righteousacting in accord with divine or moral law : free from guilt or sin
dribbleto issue sporadically and in small bits
tannerone that tans hides
escapadea usually adventurous action that runs counter to approved or conventional conduct