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 |
|---|---|
| expeditious | marked by or acting with prompt efficiency |
| recondite | difficult or impossible for one of ordinary understanding or knowledge to comprehend : deep |
| preclude | to make impossible by necessary consequence : rule out in advance |
| malapropism | the usually unintentionally humorous misuse or distortion of a word or phrase |
| hoodwink | to deceive by false appearance : dupe |
| discount | a reduction made from the gross (see gross |
| entrance | power or permission to enter : admission |
| mime | an ancient dramatic entertainment representing scenes from life usually in a ridiculous manner |
| synthesis | the composition or combination of parts or elements so as to form a whole |
| epic | a long narrative poem in elevated style recounting the deeds of a legendary or historical hero |