GRE Word List

PURGE

to clear of guilt

The meaning of the word purge is to clear of guilt.

Random words

WordMeaning
chasethe hunting of wild animals
abscondto depart secretly and hide oneself
threadbarehaving the nap worn off so that the thread shows : shabby
presumptuousoverstepping due bounds (as of propriety or courtesy) : taking liberties
egotismexcessive use of the first person singular personal pronoun
blackballto vote against
magnitudegreat size or extent
titlethe distinguishing name of a written, printed, or filmed production
defectionconscious abandonment of allegiance or duty (as to a person, cause, or doctrine) : desertion
aperturean opening or open space : hole