GRE Word List
QUASH
to suppress or extinguish summarily and completely
The meaning of the word quash is to suppress or extinguish summarily and completely.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| nomadic | of, relating to, or characteristic of nomads |
| decrepitude | the quality or state of being decrepit |
| glutton | one given habitually to greedy and voracious eating and drinking |
| perspicuity | plain to the understanding especially because of clarity and precision of presentation |
| quintessence | the fifth and highest element in ancient and medieval philosophy that permeates all nature and is the substance composing the celestial bodies |
| scrimmage | a minor battle : skirmish |
| mischance | bad luck |
| notoriety | the quality or state of being notorious |
| deserts | arid land with usually sparse vegetation |
| abet | to actively second and encourage (something, such as an activity or plan) |