GRE Word List

PROMPT

to move to action : incite

The meaning of the word prompt is to move to action : incite.

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WordMeaning
manipulateto treat or operate with or as if with the hands or by mechanical means especially in a skillful manner
controvertto dispute or oppose by reasoning
espionagethe practice of spying or using spies to obtain information about the plans and activities especially of a foreign government or a competing company
malaproposin an inappropriate or inopportune way
growlrumble
protrudeto jut out from the surrounding surface or context
embellishto make beautiful with ornamentation : decorate
cursoryrapidly and often superficially performed or produced : hasty
simulateto give or assume the appearance or effect of often with the intent to deceive : imitate
disportsport