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
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| tangential | touching lightly : incidental |
| protuberance | something that is protuberant |
| ecstasy | a state of overwhelming emotion |
| divulge | to make known (something, such as a confidence or secret) |
| paragon | a model of excellence or perfection |
| transmute | to change or alter in form, appearance, or nature and especially to a higher form |
| multiform | having many forms or appearances |
| hapless | having no luck : unfortunate |
| obscure | dark |
| aphasia | loss or impairment of the power to use or comprehend words usually resulting from brain damage (as from a stroke, head injury, or infection) |