GRE Word List

PROP

something that props or sustains : support

The meaning of the word prop is something that props or sustains : support.

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WordMeaning
harassexhaust
jetsamthe part of a ship, its equipment, or its cargo that is cast overboard to lighten the load in time of distress and that sinks or is washed ashore
withstandto stand up against : oppose with firm determination
phobiaan exaggerated usually inexplicable and illogical fear of a particular object, class of objects, or situation
volubleeasily rolling or turning : rotating
facilitateto make easier : help bring about
atoneto make amends : to provide or serve as reparation or compensation for something bad or unwelcome
perigeethe point in the orbit of an object (such as a satellite) orbiting the earth that is nearest to the center of the earth
cullto select from a group : choose
effeteno longer fertile