GRE Word List

PROMOTE

to advance in station, rank, or honor : raise

The meaning of the word promote is to advance in station, rank, or honor : raise.

Random words

WordMeaning
debristhe remains of something broken down or destroyed
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amassto collect for oneself : accumulate
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glareto shine with a harsh uncomfortably brilliant light