GRE Word List

PRATE

to talk long and idly : chatter

The meaning of the word prate is to talk long and idly : chatter.

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WordMeaning
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
wagto be in motion : stir
mayhemneedless or willful damage or violence
cronea cruel or ugly old woman
factiousof or relating to faction: such as
dispatchto send off or away with promptness or speed
touchymarked by readiness to take offense on slight provocation
humanitariana person promoting human welfare and social reform : philanthropist
guiledeceitful cunning : duplicity
bewareto be on one's guard