GRE Word List

PROMPT

to move to action : incite

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

Random words

WordMeaning
dispenseto divide and share out according to a plan : to deal out in portions
precedentprior in time, order, arrangement, or significance
flickerto move irregularly or unsteadily : flutter
jovialcharacterized by good-humored cheerfulness and conviviality : jolly
knavea tricky deceitful fellow
eccentricdeviating from conventional or accepted usage or conduct especially in odd or whimsical ways
dismissto permit or cause to leave
reticentinclined to be silent or uncommunicative in speech : reserved
scrapsfragments of discarded or leftover food
whineto utter a high-pitched plaintive or distressed cry