GRE Word List

PREHENSILE

adapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around

The meaning of the word prehensile is adapted for seizing or grasping especially by wrapping around.

Random words

WordMeaning
clipperone that clips something
teneta principle, belief, or doctrine generally held to be true
skulkto move in a stealthy or furtive manner
pacifyto allay the anger or agitation of : soothe
vacillateto waver in mind, will, or feeling : hesitate in choice of opinions or courses
propulsivetending or having power to propel
dabbleto work or involve oneself superficially or intermittently especially in a secondary activity or interest
vouchto supply supporting evidence or testimony
collateralproperty (such as securities) pledged by a borrower to protect the interests of the lender
contaminateto soil, stain, corrupt, or infect by contact or association