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
preamblean introductory statement
vexto bring trouble, distress, or agitation to
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adornto enhance the appearance of especially with beautiful objects
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obduratestubbornly persistent in wrongdoing
enraptureto fill with delight
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ordeala primitive means used to determine guilt or innocence by submitting the accused to dangerous or painful tests believed to be under supernatural control
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