GRE Word List
PROSELYTIZE
to induce someone to convert to one's faith
The meaning of the word proselytize is to induce someone to convert to one's faith.
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| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| imprecation | curse |
| concede | to acknowledge grudgingly or hesitantly |
| acrimonious | angry and bitter : caustic, biting, or rancorous especially in feeling, language, or manner |
| brusque | markedly short and abrupt |
| potable | suitable for drinking |
| buffoon | a ludicrous figure : clown |
| brandish | to shake or wave (something, such as a weapon) menacingly |
| camp | a place usually away from urban areas where tents or simple buildings (such as cabins) are erected for shelter or for temporary residence (as for laborers, prisoners, or vacationers) |
| misadventure | misfortune |
| pedant | one who is unimaginative or who unduly emphasizes minutiae in the presentation or use of knowledge |