GRE Word List
PRATE
talk idly; speak foolishly; boast idly
The meaning of the word prate is talk idly; speak foolishly; boast idly.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| canvass | determine or seek opinions, votes, etc.; go through (a region) to solicit votes or orders; conduct a survey; N. |
| titanic | gigantic; N. titan |
| embark | commence; go on board a boat; begin a journey |
| controvert | oppose with arguments; attempt to refute; contradict; ADJ. controversial; N. controversy |
| malady | illness |
| evince | show clearly |
| grate | make a harsh noise; have an unpleasant effect; shred by rubbing against a rough surface; Ex. grated cheese N: framework of metal bars to hold fuel in a fireplace |
| polarize | split into opposite extremes or camps |
| impending | nearing; approaching; about to happen |
| swipe | hit with a sweeping motion; N. |
