GRE Word List

PREVAIL

to gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph

The meaning of the word prevail is to gain ascendancy through strength or superiority : triumph.

Random words

WordMeaning
furtivedone in a quiet and secretive way to avoid being noticed : surreptitious
welterwrithe
guiledeceitful cunning : duplicity
categoricalabsolute
shedto rid oneself of temporarily or permanently as superfluous or unwanted
embroiderto ornament with needlework
sinuousof a serpentine or wavy form : winding
prestigestanding or estimation in the eyes of people : weight or credit in general opinion
ferventvery hot : glowing
emollientmaking soft or supple