GRE Word List
PURCHASE
to obtain by paying money or its equivalent : buy
The meaning of the word purchase is to obtain by paying money or its equivalent : buy.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| nip | to catch hold of and squeeze tightly between two surfaces, edges, or points : pinch |
| maraud | to roam about and raid in search of plunder |
| apropos | being both relevant and opportune |
| effusion | an act of effusing |
| pliant | pliable |
| injurious | inflicting or tending to inflict injury : detrimental |
| retract | to draw back or in |
| backslide | to lapse morally or in the practice of religion |
| indulgent | willing to allow excessive leniency, generosity, or consideration : indulging or characterized by indulgence |
| foible | the part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point |