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
chasma deep cleft in the surface of a planet (such as the earth) : gorge
thermalof, relating to, or caused by heat
imbalancelack of balance : the state of being out of equilibrium or out of proportion
demeanorbehavior toward others : outward manner
maladroitlacking adroitness : inept
reparationa repairing or keeping in repair
derelictabandoned especially by the owner or occupant
collusionsecret agreement or cooperation especially for an illegal or deceitful purpose
wrestto pull, force, or move by violent wringing or twisting movements
centaurany of a race of creatures fabled to be half human and half horse and to live in the mountains of Thessaly