GRE Word List
PROMPT
to move to action : incite
The meaning of the word prompt is to move to action : incite.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| titular | having the title and usually the honors belonging to an office or dignity without the duties, functions, or responsibilities |
| beneficent | doing or producing good |
| usurp | to seize and hold (office, place, functions, powers, etc.) in possession by force or without right |
| dotage | a state or period of senile decay marked by decline of mental poise and alertness |
| clarion | a medieval trumpet with clear shrill tones |
| stealth | a cautious, unobtrusive, and secretive way of moving or proceeding intended to avoid detection |
| piety | the quality or state of being pious: such as |
| dissension | disagreement |
| untoward | difficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly |
| vapid | lacking flavor, zest, interest, animation, or spirit : flat |