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
chisela metal tool with a sharpened edge at one end used to chip, carve, or cut into a solid material (such as wood, stone, or metal)
somaticof, relating to, or affecting the body especially as distinguished from the germplasm
cozento deceive, win over, or induce to do something by artful coaxing and wheedling or shrewd trickery
ironythe use of words to express something other than and especially the opposite of the literal meaning
variegateto diversify in external appearance especially with different colors : dapple
emissaryone designated as the agent of another : representative
feignto give a false appearance of : induce as a false impression
ablutionthe washing of one's body or part of it (as in a religious rite)
scotchscottish
flamboyantmarked by or given to strikingly elaborate or colorful display or behavior