GRE Word List

PUMMEL

pound

The meaning of the word pummel is pound.

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baroqueof, relating to, or having the characteristics of a style of artistic expression prevalent especially in the 17th century that is marked generally by use of complex forms, bold ornamentation, and the juxtaposition of contrasting elements often conveying a sense of drama, movement, and tension
adventitiouscoming from another source and not inherent or innate
fundamentalserving as a basis supporting existence or determining essential structure or function : basic
prominentstanding out or projecting beyond a surface or line : protuberant
tanto make (skin) tan especially by exposure to the sun
imbalancelack of balance : the state of being out of equilibrium or out of proportion
dwindleto become steadily less : shrink
expatriatebanish
rankleto cause anger, irritation, or deep bitterness
banteringto speak to or address in a witty and teasing manner